Differences and Similarities between the English Setter and the Puggle.

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English Setter versus Puggle

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English Setter Versus Puggle: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Setter and the Puggle? 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 Puggle 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 Puggle.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Setter and the Puggle 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle.

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 Puggle

English Setter versus Puggle

English Setter versus Puggle: Overview

A very important difference between the English Setter and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Setter is a medium-sized dog while the Puggle is a small-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 Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offsprings of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds..

English Setter versus Puggle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Setter to the Puggle 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 Puggle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Height 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the 13 to 15 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 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 80 pounds 18 to 30 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 1/5
Intelligence 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1020 $1330
Price Range $800 – $1200 $995 – $1400
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    *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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.

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

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

    English Setter versus Puggle

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the Puggle

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

  • English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Puggles adapt well to apartment living.
  • English Setters have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.

    • The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Puggle

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

  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle 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 Puggle can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the English Setter and the Puggle have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

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

    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, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Price of English Setter versus Price of Puggle

    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 Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of a Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Puggle is more expensive than the English Setter.

    English Setter Puggle
    Average Price $1020 $1330
    Price Range $800 to $1200 $995 to $1400

    The charts below show the price distribution for the English Setter and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many English Setter puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles

    A breakdown of the prices of Puggles

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Setter puppy or the Puggle 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.

    English Setter versus Puggle

    Adopting the English Setter versus Adopting the Puggle

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

    Also, like English Setters, Puggles are also available for adoption. For example, Brady is a Male Puggle that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Puggles like Brady that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

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

    Porter is the name of another English Setter (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also Buddy, an adorable Male Puggle on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    English Setters and Puggles are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

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

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

    English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Puggle

    English Setters do not like to be left alone.

    Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Puggle

    English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    English Setters are OK for new dog owners.

    Puggles are very good for new dog owners.

    Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

    Do English Setters shed more than Puggles?

    English Setters shed moderately.

    Puggles shed moderately.

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

    English Setters are moderately easy to groom.

    Puggles are very easy to groom.

    Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Puggle?

    English Setters are fairly easy to train.

    Puggles are not easy to train.

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

    English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?

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

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

    Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Puggles?

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

    Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Puggles?

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

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

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

    English Setters get along very well with other dogs.

    Puggles get along very well with other dogs.

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

    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.

    Puggles 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. Puggle

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

    Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:

  • Beaglier (75 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Beaglier.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (71 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Saint Berdoodle (72 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Saint Berdoodle.
  • Skye Terrier (70 percent match with Puggle). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Skye Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Setter versus Barbet     English Setter versus Bich Poo     English Setter versus Pyrenean Mastiff     English Setter versus Karelian Bear Dog     English Setter versus Cockapoo     English Setter versus Irish Wolfhound     English Setter versus Mudi     English Setter versus Bullmastiff     English Setter versus Whoodle     English Setter versus Norwich Terrier     

    Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Puggle versus Redbone Coonhound     Puggle versus Italian Greyhound     Puggle versus Skye Terrier     Puggle versus Labrador Retriever     Puggle versus Afghan Hound     Puggle versus Vizsla     Puggle versus Toy Poodle     Puggle versus Papipoo     Puggle versus Toy Poodle     Puggle versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     

    Conclusion: English Setter versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.