Quick Links: Table of Contents
- English Setter Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
- English Setter versus King Shepherd: Overview
- English Setter versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the King Shepherd
- The Similarities Between the English Setter and the King Shepherd
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus King Shepherd
- Price of English Setter versus Price of King Shepherd
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus King Shepherd
- Which one drools more, the English Setter or the King Shepherd
- Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do English Setters shed more than King Shepherds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the King Shepherd?
- Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
- Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
- Are English Setters good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
- How Kid-friendly are English Setters and King Shepherds?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the King Shepherd?
- Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
- Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. King Shepherd
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Setter
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the King Shepherd
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Setter versus King Shepherd. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Setter Versus King Shepherd: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Setter and the King Shepherd? 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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Setter and the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd.
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 King Shepherd
English Setter versus King Shepherd: Overview
A very important difference between the English Setter and the King Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Setter is a medium-sized dog while the King Shepherd is a giant-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 King Shepherd belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..
English Setter versus King Shepherd: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Setter to the King Shepherd 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 | King Shepherd |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 25 to 31 inches |
| Life Span | 11 to 15 years | 10 to 11 years |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 80 pounds | 75 to 150 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 10.5 years |
| Average Price | $1020 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1200 | $700 – $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 King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the King Shepherd is a better pet than the English Setter. So, you should get the King Shepherd!
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 King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd
Below is a list of where the English Setter and the King Shepherd are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Setter and the King Shepherd
The English Setter and the King Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Setter and the King Shepherd are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus King Shepherd
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Setter and the King Shepherd.
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, King Shepherds weigh 75 to 150 pounds when fully grown. King Shepherds are 25 to 31 inches when fully grown.
Price of English Setter versus Price of King Shepherd
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 King Shepherd puppy is $1560. The price of the King Shepherd typically ranges from $700 – $2500. However, the price of a King Shepherd can be as low as $150 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 34 King Shepherd puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The King Shepherd is more expensive than the English Setter.
| English Setter | King Shepherd | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1020 | $1560 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1200 | $700 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Setter and King Shepherd. For different price points, the charts show how many English Setter puppies or how many King Shepherd 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 King Shepherds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Setter puppy or the King Shepherd 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.
Is the English Setter Better for Apartment Owners than the King Shepherd?
English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.
King Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus King Shepherd
English Setters do not like to be left alone.
King Shepherds do not like to be left alone.
Which one drools more, the English Setter or the King Shepherd
English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.
King Shepherds have a very high tendency to drool.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Setter or the King Shepherd?
English Setters are OK for new dog owners.
King Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can King Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Setters can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
King Shepherds can tolerate hot weather.
Do English Setters shed more than King Shepherds?
English Setters shed moderately.
King Shepherds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the King Shepherd?
English Setters are moderately easy to groom.
King Shepherds are very easy to groom.
Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the King Shepherd?
English Setters are fairly easy to train.
King Shepherds are very easy to train.
Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can King Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.
King Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about King Shepherds?
English Setters are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
King Shepherds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Are English Setters good family dogs? What about King Shepherds?
English Setters are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
King Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are English Setters and King Shepherds?
English Setters get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
King Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the King Shepherd?
English Setters get along very well with other dogs.
King Shepherds get along very well with other dogs.
Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the King Shepherd?
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.
King Shepherds 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. King Shepherd
English Setters have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
King Shepherds 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 King Shepherd
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the King Shepherd 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 King Shepherd:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the English Setter and how the King Shepherd compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Setter and of the King Shepherd to other breeds:
English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Setter versus Frenchton English Setter versus Pyredoodle English Setter versus Chinook English Setter versus Samoyed English Setter versus Norwegian Buhund English Setter versus Keeshond English Setter versus Australian Cattle Dog English Setter versus Miniature Pinscher English Setter versus French Bulldog English Setter versus Bernese Mountain Dog
King Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds
King Shepherd versus Schipperke King Shepherd versus Toy Poodle King Shepherd versus Korean Jindo Dog King Shepherd versus Cockapoo King Shepherd versus Irish Water Spaniel King Shepherd versus Cane Corso King Shepherd versus Leonberger King Shepherd versus American Foxhound King Shepherd versus Puggle King Shepherd versus Sussex Spaniel
Conclusion: English Setter versus King Shepherd. 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 King Shepherd better suits you and your family.