English Setter vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the English Setter to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Setters and German Shorthaired Pointers.

English Setter vs German Shorthaired Pointer
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1825 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
English Setter
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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