Australian Kelpie vs English Setter
Compare Australian Kelpie and English Setter: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
Australian Kelpie
VS
English Setter
Comparison Table
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Characteristic
Australian Kelpie
English Setter
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
FCI Group
1 – Sheepdogs and Cattle Dogs
7 – Pointing Dogs
Height
43 – 51 cm
52 – 68 cm
Weight
14 – 20 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life Expectancy
11 – 15 years
9 – 15 years
Child-Friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy Level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
4/5
Health
4/5
5/5
Grooming Needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking Level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
Australian Kelpie
Great with Kids
Very Smart
Easy to Train
Medium
English Setter
Great with Kids
High Energy
Very Smart
Low Grooming
Easy to Train
Medium
Summary
About Australian Kelpie
The Australian Kelpie is a medium, athletic herding dog, bred for stamina and focus. Intelligent and quick to learn, it needs extensive daily exercise and mental work. Affectionate yet independent, it excels in herding and dog sports, stays generally healthy, and suits active, committed homes.
About English Setter
Elegant, medium‑large gundog with a silky belton coat and feathered tail. Gentle, devoted and people‑oriented, it suits active families who enjoy long daily walks. Sensitive to harsh handling, it responds best to kind, consistent training and regular grooming.
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