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Brittany or English Setter: which breed to choose?
Brittany and English Setter are two dog breeds often compared by future adopters. Here is a point-by-point comparison to help you decide: size, temperament, purchase price, monthly budget, and compatibility with your lifestyle.
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Key takeaways
- English Setter is larger: 25–30 kg vs 13–18 kg for Brittany.
- Both breeds fall within the same purchase price range: 1,000–1,500 €.
- Day to day, Brittany costs less: about 119 € per month vs 170 € for English Setter.
- English Setter needs less daily activity (4/5 vs 5/5 for Brittany).
- Brittany is rated higher for “Family & children”: 5/5 vs 4/5 for English Setter.
- For “Apartment living”, both breeds are tied (1/5).
- For “First-time owner”, both breeds are tied (3/5).
- Both breeds have a similar life expectancy: 12–14 years.
Our verdict
Choose Brittany if you’re looking for…
- Active families : He thrives with present households who enjoy going out and sharing activities.
- Nature lovers : Long walks, hikes and scent activities suit his temperament well.
- Hunters or sporting handlers : His pointing dog profile and his endurance remain major assets.
Choose English Setter if you’re looking for…
- Active families : He integrates well into a present and dynamic household that enjoys regular outings.
- Nature lovers : Wide open spaces and varied walks perfectly match his temperament.
- Hunters or canine sports enthusiasts : His natural qualities of endurance and nose are valuable in field activities.
Detailed comparison
| General information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | France | United Kingdom |
| FCI group | 7 | 7 |
| Size | Medium | Large |
| Height at withers | 46–51 cm | 61–68 cm |
| Weight | 13–18 kg | 25–30 kg |
| Coat | Short, fine, slightly wavy | Long, slightly wavy |
| Life expectancy | 12–14 ans | 10–14 ans |
| Average price | 1,000–1,500 € | 1,000–1,500 € |
| Monthly budget | ≈ 119 € | ≈ 170 € |
| Compatibility | ||
| Family & children | Excellent | Very good |
| Daily activity required | Very high | High |
| Apartment living | Limited | Limited |
| First-time owner | Good | Good |
| Other pets | Very good | Very good |
| Tolerance for being alone | Limited | Fairly good |
| Guarding instinct | Fairly good | Limited |
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