Which is Better between the Cavachon and the English Setter? A Very Detailed Review.

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Cavachon Versus English Setter: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Cavachon and the English Setter? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Cavachon and the English Setter better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Cavachon and the English Setter.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Cavachon and the English Setter is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Cavachon and for the English Setter. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Cavachon and the English Setter.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Cavachon or the English Setter

Cavachon versus English Setter: Overview

A very important difference between the Cavachon and the English Setter is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Cavachon is a small-sized dog while the English Setter is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Cavachon belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the English Setter belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Cavachon versus English Setter: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Cavachon to the English Setter based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Cavachon English Setter
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Life Span 10 to 15 years 11 to 15 years
Height 12 to 13 inches 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the
Weight 15 to 35 pounds 45 to 80 pounds
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 1/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2070 $1020
Price Range $1699 – $2500 $800 – $1200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Cavachon in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the English Setter. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Cavachon is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a English Setter is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Cavachon is a better pet than the English Setter. So, you should get the Cavachon!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Cavachon and the English Setter so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Cavachon and the English Setter

    Below is a list of where the Cavachon and the English Setter are most different:

  • Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, English Setters have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Cavachons adapt well to apartment living. However, English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Cavachon and the English Setter

    The Cavachon and the English Setter are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Cavachon and the English Setter are most similar:

  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are very easy to train.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Cavachon and the English Setter are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Cavachon versus English Setter

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Cavachon and the English Setter.

    Cavachons weigh 15 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Cavachons are 12 to 13 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, English Setters weigh 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. English Setters are 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Price of Cavachon versus Price of English Setter

    The average price of the Cavachon puppy is $2070. The price of the Cavachon typically ranges from $1699 – $2500. However, the price of a Cavachon can be as low as $475 and as high as $4200. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 416 Cavachon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the English Setter puppy is $1020. The price of the English Setter typically ranges from $800 – $1200. However, the price of a English Setter can be as low as $450 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 114 English Setter puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Cavachon is more expensive than the English Setter.

    Cavachon English Setter
    Average Price $2070 $1020
    Price Range $1699 to $2500 $800 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Cavachon and English Setter. For different price points, the charts show how many Cavachon puppies or how many English Setter puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Cavachons. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of English Setters

    A breakdown of the prices of English Setters

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Cavachon puppy or the English Setter puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Cavachon versus Adopting the English Setter

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Cavachons and many English Setters are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Cavachon named Riley that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Cavachons like Riley on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Cavachons, English Setters are also available for adoption. For example, Available – Walter/Phillip is a Male English Setter that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more English Setters like Available – Walter/Phillip that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Cavachon and the English Setter can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Also Cooper, an adorable Male English Setter on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    You can find more Cavachons and English Setters that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Cavachon versus English Setter

    Cavachons do not like to be left alone.

    English Setters do not like to be left alone.

    Which one drools more, the Cavachon or the English Setter

    Cavachons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Cavachons shed more than English Setters?

    Cavachons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    English Setters shed moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Cavachon or the English Setter?

    Cavachons require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    English Setters are moderately easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Cavachon vs. English Setter

    Cavachons do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    English Setters have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Cavachons can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Can Cavachons Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Cavachons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    English Setters can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Do Cavachons Bark and Howl? What about English Setters?

    Cavachons bark and howl, but not very much.

    English Setters are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Is the Cavachon Easier to Train than the English Setter?

    Cavachons are very easy to train.

    English Setters are fairly easy to train.

    Does the Cavachon Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Setter?

    Cavachons have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    English Setters have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Is the Cavachon Better for Apartment Owners than the English Setter?

    Cavachons adapt very well to apartment living.

    English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Cavachon or the English Setter?

    Cavachons are very good for new dog owners.

    English Setters are OK for new dog owners.

    Are Cavachons good family dogs? What about English Setters?

    Cavachons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    English Setters are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Cavachons and English Setters?

    Cavachons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    English Setters get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Cavachon or the English Setter?

    Cavachons get along very well with other dogs.

    English Setters get along very well with other dogs.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Cavachon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Cavachon that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Cavachon:

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Bichon Frise.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Cavachon). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Bich Poo.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Setter

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Setter that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the English Setter:

  • Irish Setter (83 percent match with English Setter). Here is our comparison of the Cavachon vs Irish Setter.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Cavachon and how the English Setter compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Cavachon and of the English Setter to other breeds:

    Cavachon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Cavachon versus American Eskimo Dog     Cavachon versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Cavachon versus Collie     Cavachon versus Sussex Spaniel     Cavachon versus Stabyhoun     Cavachon versus Silky Terrier     Cavachon versus Komondor     Cavachon versus Skye Terrier     Cavachon versus Shetland Sheepdog     Cavachon versus Norwich Terrier     

    English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Setter versus Italian Greyhound     English Setter versus Fila Brasileiro     English Setter versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     English Setter versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     English Setter versus Afghan Hound     English Setter versus Whippet     English Setter versus Italian Greyhound     English Setter versus Dalmatian     English Setter versus Pharaoh Hound     

    Conclusion: Cavachon versus English Setter. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Cavachon and the English Setter better suits you and your family.