Quick Links: Table of Contents
- English Setter Versus Goldendoodle: Introduction
- English Setter versus Goldendoodle: Overview
- English Setter versus Goldendoodle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle
- The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus Goldendoodle
- Price of English Setter versus Price of Goldendoodle
- Adopting the English Setter versus Adopting the Goldendoodle
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Goldendoodle
- Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle
- Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do English Setters shed more than Goldendoodles?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle?
- Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Goldendoodle?
- Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Goldendoodles?
- Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Goldendoodles?
- How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Goldendoodles?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle?
- Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldendoodle?
- Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. Goldendoodle
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Setter
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Setter versus Goldendoodle. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Setter Versus Goldendoodle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Setter and the Goldendoodle? 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 English Setter and the Goldendoodle 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 English Setter and the Goldendoodle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Setter and the Goldendoodle 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 English Setter and for the Goldendoodle. 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 English Setter and the Goldendoodle.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the English Setter or the Goldendoodle
English Setter versus Goldendoodle: Overview
A very important difference between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Setter is a medium-sized dog while the Goldendoodle is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, 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.
On the other hand, the Goldendoodle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
English Setter versus Goldendoodle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Setter to the Goldendoodle 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 | English Setter | Goldendoodle |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Life Span | 11 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 80 pounds | 50 to 90 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1020 | $2170 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1200 | $1500 – $2500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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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 English Setter 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 Goldendoodle. 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 English Setter is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Goldendoodle is 90 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Goldendoodle is a better pet than the English Setter. So, you should get the Goldendoodle!
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 English Setter and the Goldendoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle
Below is a list of where the English Setter and the Goldendoodle are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle
The English Setter and the Goldendoodle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Setter and the Goldendoodle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus Goldendoodle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Setter and the Goldendoodle.
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.
On the other hand, Goldendoodles weigh 50 to 90 pounds when fully grown. Goldendoodles are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of English Setter versus Price of Goldendoodle
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 reviewing the prices of 114 English Setter puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Goldendoodle puppy is $2170. The price of the Goldendoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Goldendoodle can be as low as $300 and as high as $32500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4239 Goldendoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Goldendoodle is more expensive than the English Setter.
| English Setter | Goldendoodle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1020 | $2170 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1200 | $1500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Setter and Goldendoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many English Setter puppies or how many Goldendoodle puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of English Setters. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Goldendoodles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Setter puppy or the Goldendoodle 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 English Setter versus Adopting the Goldendoodle
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many English Setters and many Goldendoodles 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 English Setter named Cooper that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable English Setters like Cooper on pefinder.com.
Also, like English Setters, Goldendoodles are also available for adoption. For example, Wally is a Male Goldendoodle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Goldendoodles like Wally that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Remi is the name of another English Setter (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also Wrigley, an adorable Male Goldendoodle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more English Setters and Goldendoodles that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Is the English Setter Better for Apartment Owners than the Goldendoodle?
English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.
Goldendoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Goldendoodle
English Setters do not like to be left alone.
Goldendoodles can be left alone only for a short time.
Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle
English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.
Goldendoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle?
English Setters are OK for new dog owners.
Goldendoodles are very good for new dog owners.
Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Goldendoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Setters can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Goldendoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do English Setters shed more than Goldendoodles?
English Setters shed moderately.
Goldendoodles do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle?
English Setters are moderately easy to groom.
Goldendoodles are very easy to groom.
Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Goldendoodle?
English Setters are fairly easy to train.
Goldendoodles are very easy to train.
Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Goldendoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.
Goldendoodles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Goldendoodles?
English Setters are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Goldendoodles bark and howl, but not very much.
Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Goldendoodles?
English Setters are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Goldendoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Goldendoodles?
English Setters get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Goldendoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the Goldendoodle?
English Setters get along very well with other dogs.
Goldendoodles get along very well with other dogs.
Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Goldendoodle?
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.
Goldendoodles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. Goldendoodle
English Setters have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Goldendoodles have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Goldendoodle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Goldendoodle 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 Goldendoodle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the English Setter and how the Goldendoodle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Setter and of the Goldendoodle to other breeds:
English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Setter versus Finnish Lapphund English Setter versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne English Setter versus Great Pyrenees English Setter versus Lowchen English Setter versus Australian Cattle Dog English Setter versus Treeing Walker Coonhound English Setter versus Bullmastiff English Setter versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog English Setter versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier English Setter versus Kuvasz
Goldendoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Goldendoodle versus Redbone Coonhound Goldendoodle versus Dalmatian Goldendoodle versus American Pit Bull Terrier Goldendoodle versus Irish Terrier Goldendoodle versus Shichon Goldendoodle versus Irish Setter Goldendoodle versus American Staffordshire Terrier Goldendoodle versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Goldendoodle versus Neapolitan Mastiff Goldendoodle versus Belgian Malinois
Conclusion: English Setter versus Goldendoodle. 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 English Setter and the Goldendoodle better suits you and your family.