Smooth Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

English Setter tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Fearless
Playful

Strong
Willed
Gentle
Intelligent
Mischievous
Energetic

England

England

terrier

Gundog, Setter, Pointer, Hunter

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

Unknown

1700s

1300s

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1884)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Pied
White
Black
Cream

Brown
Red
Blue

Smooth Fox Terriers have short coats.

English Setters have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Smooth Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Setter can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Smooth Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Setters have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Ectropion
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis

Eye
Hip
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hearing
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Smooth Fox Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

English Setters' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Smooth Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Setter has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

English Setters sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Smooth Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

English Setter has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Smooth Fox Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

The English Setter is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

English Setter dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Playing, Sleeping, Watching tv, Hanging out, Petting a, Chatting

Walk, Run, Hunt, Walking, Chase, Fetch, Shake, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Swim, Beach, Cuddl

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Setter, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Smooth Fox Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The English Setter requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Smooth Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, English Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Smooth Fox Terrier feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) English Setter feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of an English Setter is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Fox Terrier is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Setter is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Smooth Fox Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

English Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Smooth Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Smooth Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The English Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

English Setters are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

English Setters are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Smooth Fox Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

English Setters are highly friendly around strangers.

Smooth Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

English Setters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.