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Name	Scottish Terrier	Brussels Griffon	English Setter
Origins	Scotland	Belgium	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Companion Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Aberdeenie Scottie	Belgian Griffon Brussels Griffon Griffon Griffon Bruxellois Petit Brabancon Griffon Belge	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Small	Small	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or Brussels Griffon? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter weight comparison:	19-23 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	6-12 pounds (2.5-5.5 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	21 pounds (8.5-10.5 kg)	9 pounds (4 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter height comparison:	10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$600-$1200	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Very frequent: The Scottish Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brussels Griffon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter trainability comparison.	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs are hard to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Scottish Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Alert Quick Selfish	Alert Sensitive Inquisitive Selfish Watchful Companionable	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Average to High: Scottish Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Brussels Griffon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter social needs comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Setter dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Scottish Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brussels Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Setter dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter playfulness comparison:	Average: Scottish Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Brussels Griffons, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Low: The Scottish Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Brussels Griffon barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Brussels Griffon breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
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Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Scottish Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Brussels Griffon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Brussels Griffon dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	English Setter dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Scottish Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Brussels Griffon bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Setter bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Scottish Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brussels Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter mouthiness comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Scottish Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Brussels Griffon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Von Willebrand's Disease Craniomandibular Osteopathy Scottie Cramp	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Scottish Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Brussels Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Terrier, Brussels Griffon and English Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Scottish Terrier: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Brussels Griffon: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brussels Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter energy level comparison:	Scottish Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brussels Griffon dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	English Setter dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scottish Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Brussels Griffon dogs exercise need is minimal.	English Setter dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brussels Griffon dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	English Setter dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Scottish Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Brussels Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter coat comparison:	Wiry	Rough Smooth	Feathered
Colors What are the original Scottish Terrier, Brussels Griffon and English Setter color?	Black Red Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Belge Red Black & Tan	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter grooming comparison:	Average: The Scottish Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or {name3 shedding:	Scottish Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Brussels Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Setter dogs shed moderately. See more.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brussels Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Scottish Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brussels Griffon is an average drooler. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scottish Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Brussels Griffon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Brussels Griffon dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brussels Griffon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter?	Scottish Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Yes Scottish Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Brussels Griffon dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes English Setter dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Scottish Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brussels Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scottish Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Brussels Griffons are not recommended for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Scottish Terrier or Brussels Griffon or English Setter? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter?	Not really Scottish Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brussels Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Scottish Terrier and Brussels Griffon and English Setter have?	2-5 puppies	1-3 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Scottish Terrier vs Brussels Griffon vs English Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Belgian Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Unknown

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