English Setter vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Compare the English Setter to the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Setters and Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers.

English Setter vs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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General Details
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
30-45 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Ireland
Origin Year
1825 AD
1937 AD
Temperament
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
35-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
21 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
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
Cancer
Allergies
Renal dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Silky
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Setter
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Breed Colors
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
Wheaten
Wheaten
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Dark)
Wheaten (Light)
Wheaten (Light)
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