Brittany vs English Setter Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Overall Winner

Brittany

6/6

categories

Best for Apartments

Brittany

3/5 · Acceptable

Easiest Grooming

Brittany

2/5 · Low maintenance

Longest Lifespan

Brittany

11-15 years

Easiest to Train

Brittany

4.5/5 · Easy

Most Active

Brittany

5/5 · Active

Best for First-Time Owners

🤝 Tie

6/6

100%

Brittany

👑 Winner

1/6

17%

English Setter

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
France
England
Popularity
#26
#95
Common Names & Aliases
American BrittanyBrittany SpanielEpagneul Breton
LaverackLlewellin SetterLawerack
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
Male: 16-18 kg, 14-18 kg
Male: 25-36 kg, Female: 20-32 kg
Average Weight
Male: 17 kg, 15.9 kg
Male: 30.6 kg, Female: 26.1 kg
Height
Male: 43-53 cm, Female: 46-51 cm
Male: 61-69 cm, Female: 58-66 cm
Average Height
Male: 48 cm, Female: 48.5 cm
Male: 65 cm, Female: 62 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
4/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
2/5
Price Range
$700-$800
$400-$600
Availability
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AlertIntelligentSocialIndependentResponsive
StrongWilledGentleIntelligentMischievousEnergetic
Sensitivity Level
5/5
4/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
4/5
5/5
Prey Drive
5/5
5/5
Affection Level
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
5/5
4/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
4/5
Playful Nature
5/5
4/5
Apartment Adaptability
3/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
5/5
3/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Very Low
Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
3/5
4/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
11-15 years
10-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
Health Concerns
3/5
3/5
Health Problems
EpilepsyHip DysplasiaHypothyroidism
Not available
Vet Care Frequency
Average
Average
Energy Rating
5/5
4/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
2/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
5/5
Food Consumption
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
Coat Colors
LiverWhiteOrangeRoan
BlueBeltonLemonOrangeTanTricolorLiver
Grooming Requirements
2/5
3/5
Shedding Level
2/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
2/5
2/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Feathered
Feathered
Bathing Needs
6-8 weeks
6-8 weeks
Cat Friendly
3/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
5/5
5/5
Dog Friendly
5/5
5/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
5/5
Office Friendly
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Highly Recommended
Highly Recommended
Pet Compatibility
Average
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Not really
Not really
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
1-11 puppies, average 6
4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
Unknown
Winner / Best value