A Detailed Comparison of the English Setter and the Stabyhoun.

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English Setter Versus Stabyhoun: Introduction

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

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

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 Stabyhoun

English Setter versus Stabyhoun: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun are Sporting Dogs. This means both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Setter to the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun
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 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 11 to 15 years 13 to 14 years
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 80 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
Intelligence 5/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1020 No Data
Price Range $800 – $1200 No Data
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 Stabyhoun. 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 Stabyhoun is 85 out of 125.

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

    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 Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun

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

  • English Setters are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Stabyhouns are not prone to nip and chew at things.

    • The Similarities Between the English Setter and the Stabyhoun

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

  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun 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 Stabyhoun are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the English Setter and the Stabyhoun are very playful.

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

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

    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, Stabyhouns weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Stabyhouns are 19 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

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

    English Setters do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Stabyhouns do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Setter versus Stabyhoun

    English Setters do not like to be left alone.

    Stabyhouns can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which one drools more, the English Setter or the Stabyhoun

    English Setters do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Stabyhouns do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    English Setters are OK for new dog owners.

    Stabyhouns are OK for new dog owners.

    Can English Setters Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Stabyhouns Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Do English Setters shed more than Stabyhouns?

    English Setters shed moderately.

    Stabyhouns shed moderately.

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

    English Setters are moderately easy to groom.

    Stabyhouns are moderately easy to groom.

    Is the English Setter Easier to Train than the Stabyhoun?

    English Setters are fairly easy to train.

    Stabyhouns are very easy to train.

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

    English Setters can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Stabyhouns cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Do English Setters Bark and Howl? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns bark and howl, but not very much.

    Are English Setters good family dogs? What about Stabyhouns?

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

    Stabyhouns are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are English Setters and Stabyhouns?

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

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

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

    English Setters get along very well with other dogs.

    Stabyhouns get along very well with other dogs.

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

    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.

    Stabyhouns 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.

    Wanderlust Potential: English Setter vs. Stabyhoun

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

    Stabyhouns 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:

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Stabyhoun

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

  • Cardigan Welsh Corgi (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Cardigan Welsh Corgi.
  • Cockalier (77 percent match with Stabyhoun). Here is our comparison of the English Setter vs Cockalier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Setter Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Setter versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     English Setter versus Catahoula Bulldog     English Setter versus Afghan Hound     English Setter versus Clumber Spaniel     English Setter versus Korean Jindo Dog     English Setter versus Fila Brasileiro     English Setter versus Brittany     English Setter versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     English Setter versus Biewer Terrier     English Setter versus Labradoodle     

    Stabyhoun Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Stabyhoun versus Irish Setter     Stabyhoun versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Stabyhoun versus Shiloh Shepherd     Stabyhoun versus Coton de Tulear     Stabyhoun versus Bernedoodle     Stabyhoun versus West Highland White Terrier     Stabyhoun versus Redbone Coonhound     Stabyhoun versus Gordon Setter     Stabyhoun versus Westiepoo     Stabyhoun versus Weimaraner     

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