Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs English Setter

Compare the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel to the English Setter. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and English Setters.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel vs English Setter
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
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General Details
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
12-13 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
10-18 Pounds
45-80 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1500 AD
1825 AD
Temperament
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
14 MPH
21 MPH
Strength
Low
Medium
Grooming Needs
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
None
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Common Health Issues
Mitral valve disease
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Syringomyelia
Episodic falling
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hemophilia A
Lysosomal storage diseases
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Silky
Wavy
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
English Setter
Breed Colors
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blenheim
Blenheim
Ruby
Ruby
Blue belton
Blue belton
Blue belton and tan
Blue belton and tan
Lemon belton
Lemon belton
Liver belton
Liver belton
Orange belton
Orange belton
White
White
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