English Setter vs Miniature Poodle

Compare the English Setter to the Miniature Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Setters and Miniature Poodles.

English Setter vs Miniature Poodle
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
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General Details
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
10-15 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
12-18 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1825 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
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
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low to Medium
Grooming Needs
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Low
None
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Distracted Easy
Yes
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Common Health Issues
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
Addison's disease
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Long
Coat Coloring
English Setter
Miniature Poodle
Breed Colors
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