Quick Links: Table of Contents
- English Setter Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
- English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
- English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff
- The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff
- Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff
- Price of English Setter versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
- Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff
- Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff
- Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do English Setters shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
- How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Spanish Mastiffs?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff?
- Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
- Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. Spanish Mastiff
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Setter
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spanish Mastiff
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff. Which One is a Better Pet?
English Setter Versus Spanish Mastiff: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff? 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 Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff.
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 Spanish Mastiff
English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff: Overview
A very important difference between the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Setter is a medium-sized dog while the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff: Comparison Table
The table below compares the English Setter to the Spanish Mastiff 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 | Spanish Mastiff |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 1 foot, 11 inches to 2 feet, 3 inches tall at the | 26 to 35 inches |
| Life Span | 11 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 45 to 80 pounds | 140 to 220 pounds |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 years | 11.0 years |
| Average Price | $1020 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $800 – $1200 | $1000 – $1050 |
| 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 Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Spanish Mastiff is a better pet than the English Setter. So, you should get the Spanish Mastiff!
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 Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff
Below is a list of where the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff are most different:
The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff
The English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Setter and the Spanish Mastiff.
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, Spanish Mastiffs weigh 140 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Spanish Mastiffs are 26 to 35 inches when fully grown.
Price of English Setter versus Price of Spanish Mastiff
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 Spanish Mastiff puppy is $1050. The price of the Spanish Mastiff typically ranges from $1000 – $1050. However, the price of a Spanish Mastiff can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 4 Spanish Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Spanish Mastiff is more expensive than the English Setter.
| English Setter | Spanish Mastiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1020 | $1050 |
| Price Range | $800 to $1200 | $1000 to $1050 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the English Setter and Spanish Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many English Setter puppies or how many Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiffs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the English Setter puppy or the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff?
English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.
Spanish Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff
English Setters do not like to be left alone.
Spanish Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.
Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff
English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.
Spanish Mastiffs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff?
English Setters are OK for new dog owners.
Spanish Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?
English Setters can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Spanish Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do English Setters shed more than Spanish Mastiffs?
English Setters shed moderately.
Spanish Mastiffs shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff?
English Setters are moderately easy to groom.
Spanish Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.
Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Spanish Mastiff?
English Setters are fairly easy to train.
Spanish Mastiffs are not easy to train.
Can English Setters Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Spanish Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?
English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.
Spanish Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
English Setters are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Spanish Mastiffs are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Spanish Mastiffs?
English Setters are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Spanish Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Spanish Mastiffs?
English Setters get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Spanish Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Setter or the Spanish Mastiff?
English Setters get along very well with other dogs.
Spanish Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.
Does the English Setter Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Spanish Mastiff?
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.
Spanish Mastiffs 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. Spanish Mastiff
English Setters have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Spanish Mastiffs do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
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 Spanish Mastiff
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spanish Mastiff 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 Spanish Mastiff:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the English Setter and how the Spanish Mastiff compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the English Setter and of the Spanish Mastiff to other breeds:
English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds
English Setter versus Dogue de Bordeaux English Setter versus Papillon English Setter versus Lhasa Apso English Setter versus Border Terrier English Setter versus Afador English Setter versus Lancashire Heeler English Setter versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde English Setter versus Pomapoo English Setter versus Labrador Retriever English Setter versus Whippet
Spanish Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds
Spanish Mastiff versus Bernese Mountain Dog Spanish Mastiff versus Whoodle Spanish Mastiff versus Biewer Terrier Spanish Mastiff versus Tibetan Mastiff Spanish Mastiff versus Vizsla Spanish Mastiff versus Cane Corso Spanish Mastiff versus Cane Corso Spanish Mastiff versus American Eskimo Dog Spanish Mastiff versus Cockapoo Spanish Mastiff versus Giant Schnauzer
Conclusion: English Setter versus Spanish Mastiff. 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 Spanish Mastiff better suits you and your family.