English Setter
VS
Large Münsterländer
English Setter vs Large Münsterländer
Compare English Setter and Large Münsterländer side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
English Setter
Large Münsterländer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 68 cm
58 – 65 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
29 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
9 – 15 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
1/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
English Setter
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Large Münsterländer
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
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.
About Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
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