Gordon Setter vs Sealyham Terrier

Compare the Gordon Setter to the Sealyham Terrier. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Gordon Setters and Sealyham Terriers.

Gordon Setter vs Sealyham Terrier
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
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General Details
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
10½-10½ Inches
Weight
45-80 Pounds
18-24 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1700 AD
1848 AD
Temperament
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Average
Personality
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
55-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Energy Level
High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low to Medium
Shedding
Medium
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Common Health Issues
Ear infections
Allergies
Glaucoma
Skin allergies
Primary lens luxation
Eye problems
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Gordon Setter
Sealyham Terrier
Breed Colors
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