A Detailed Comparison of the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog.

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English Setter Versus Korean Jindo Dog: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog 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 Korean Jindo Dog.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog 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 Korean Jindo Dog. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog.

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 Korean Jindo Dog.

English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog: Overview

Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are similar in size. The English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are both medium-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are Sporting Dogs. This means both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog 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.

English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Setter to the Korean Jindo Dog 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog

FactorEnglish SetterKorean Jindo Dog
Adapts Well To Apartment Living1/53/5
Tolerates Being Alone1/52/5
Height1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females)
Life Span11 to 15 years12 – 15 years
Does NOT Drool4/55/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor4/52/5
Good For Novice Owners3/52/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/52/5
Does NOT Shed3/51/5
Easy To Groom3/51/5
General Health3/54/5
Easy To Train3/52/5
Easygoing2/53/5
Tolerates Cold Weather4/55/5
Does NOT chew on things2/54/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl2/54/5
NOT Rambunctious2/52/5
Weight45 to 80 pounds35 – 60 pounds
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Kid-Friendly5/53/5
Dog Friendly5/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers5/54/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight1/54/5
Intelligence5/55/5
Low Prey Drive1/51/5
Tendency NOT to Wander1/51/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/51/5
Potential For Playfulness5/54/5
Average Lifespan13.0 years13.5 years
Average Price$1020$1050
Price Range$800 – $1200$1000 – $1050
Temperament Score81.3 percent100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    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 Korean Jindo Dog. 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 the English Setter is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 73 out of 125.

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

    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 Korean Jindo Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog

    Below is a list of where the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are most different:

  • English Setters gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them. However, Korean Jindo Dogs are not prone to gaining weight easily.

    • The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog

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

  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog 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 English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog.

    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, Korean Jindo Dogs weigh 35 – 60 pounds when fully grown. Korean Jindo Dogs are 19.5 to 21 (males), 18.5 to 20 inches (females) when fully grown.

    Lifespan of English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    The lifespan of English Setters is between 11 to 15 years. The average lifespan of English Setters is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is between 12 – 15 years. The average lifespan of Korean Jindo Dogs is 13.5 years.

    Korean Jindo Dogs live longer than English Setters.

    English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    Temperament of the Korean Jindo Dog Versus the English Setter

    The Korean Jindo Dog has a better temperament than the English Setter.

    This is because the temperament score for the Korean Jindo Dog is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the English Setter is 81.3 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 81.3 percent, the English Setter has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Korean Jindo Dog has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog by measuring the temperaments of 32 English Setters and 2 Korean Jindo Dogs.

    Price of English Setter versus Price of Korean Jindo Dog

    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 135 English Setter puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Korean Jindo Dog puppy is $1050. The price of the Korean Jindo Dog typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of the Korean Jindo Dog can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Korean Jindo Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Korean Jindo Dog is more expensive than the English Setter.

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    English Setter Korean Jindo Dog
    Average Price $1020 $1050
    Price Range $800 to $1200 $1000 to $1050

    The charts below show the price distribution for the English Setter and Korean Jindo Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many English Setter puppies or how many Korean Jindo Dog 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 English Setters. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Korean Jindo Dogs

    A breakdown of the prices of Korean Jindo Dogs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Setter puppy or the Korean Jindo Dog 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    Adopting the English Setter versus Adopting the Korean Jindo Dog

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many English Setters and many Korean Jindo Dogs 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 Speckles that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable English Setters like Speckles on pefinder.com.

    Also, like English Setters, Korean Jindo Dogs are also available for adoption. For example, Lucas is a Male Korean Jindo Dog that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Korean Jindo Dogs like Lucas that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The English Setter and the Korean Jindo Dog can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Zeke- Foster To Adopt is the name of another English Setter (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more English Setters and Korean Jindo Dogs that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog

    English Setters do not like to be left alone.

    Korean Jindo Dogs do not like to be left alone.

    Do English Setters shed more than Korean Jindo Dogs?

    English Setters shed moderately.

    Korean Jindo Dogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Korean Jindo Dog

    English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Korean Jindo Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the Korean Jindo Dog?

    English Setters are moderately easy to groom.

    Korean Jindo Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    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.

    Korean Jindo Dogs 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.

    Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?

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

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Korean Jindo Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. Korean Jindo Dog

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

    Korean Jindo Dogs have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Korean Jindo Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Korean Jindo Dogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    English Setters get along very well with other dogs.

    Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Korean Jindo Dogs?

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

    Korean Jindo Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Korean Jindo Dogs?

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

    Korean Jindo Dogs get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    English Setters are fairly easy to train.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not easy to train.

    Is the English Setter Better for Apartment Owners than the Korean Jindo Dog?

    English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Korean Jindo Dogs adapt moderately well to apartment living.

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

    English Setters are OK for new dog owners.

    Korean Jindo Dogs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    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:

  • English Springer Spaniel (79 percent match with English Setter). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (79 percent match with English Setter). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Irish Setter (83 percent match with English Setter). Here is our comparison of the Korean Jindo Dog vs Irish Setter.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Korean Jindo Dog

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Korean Jindo Dog 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 Korean Jindo Dog:

  • Alaskan Klee Kai (72 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Alaskan Klee Kai.
  • Alaskan Malamute (72 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Bedlington Terrier (75 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Bedlington Terrier.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (76 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Kai Ken (77 percent match with Korean Jindo Dog). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Kai Ken.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Setter versus Doberman Pinscher     English Setter versus American Hairless Terrier     English Setter versus Schipperke     English Setter versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     English Setter versus Chinese Shar-Pei     English Setter versus Border Collie     English Setter versus Papipoo     English Setter versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     English Setter versus Whippet     English Setter versus Borzoi     English Setter versus Shiranian     English Setter versus Belgian Sheepdog     English Setter versus Icelandic Sheepdog     English Setter versus Sheepadoodle     English Setter versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     English Setter versus Alaskan Klee Kai     English Setter versus Icelandic Sheepdog     English Setter versus Spinone Italiano     English Setter versus Pomapoo     English Setter versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     English Setter versus Bloodhound     English Setter versus Harrier     English Setter versus Saint Bernard     English Setter versus Chinese Shar-Pei     English Setter versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     

    Korean Jindo Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Korean Jindo Dog versus Aussiedoodle     Korean Jindo Dog versus Mudi     Korean Jindo Dog versus Havanese     Korean Jindo Dog versus Shihpoo     Korean Jindo Dog versus Welsh Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Pug     Korean Jindo Dog versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Korean Jindo Dog versus Cairn Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Tibetan Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Kishu Ken     Korean Jindo Dog versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Korean Jindo Dog versus American Eskimo Dog     Korean Jindo Dog versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Korean Jindo Dog versus Akita     Korean Jindo Dog versus Bullmastiff     Korean Jindo Dog versus English Setter     Korean Jindo Dog versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Korean Jindo Dog versus Barbet     Korean Jindo Dog versus Portuguese Water Dog     Korean Jindo Dog versus Cavapoo     Korean Jindo Dog versus Shih Tzu     Korean Jindo Dog versus English Springer Spaniel     Korean Jindo Dog versus Bedlington Terrier     Korean Jindo Dog versus Dogo Argentino     Korean Jindo Dog versus Maremma Sheepdog     

    Conclusion: English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog. 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 Korean Jindo Dog better suits you and your family.