Samoyed
VS
English Setter
Samoyed vs English Setter
Compare Samoyed and English Setter 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
Samoyed
English Setter
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
52 – 57 cm
52 – 68 cm
Weight
16 – 25 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
5/5
1/5
Shedding
4/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Samoyed
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Easy to train
Medium
English Setter
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Samoyed
Medium, strong Arctic spitz bred by the Samoyede people to herd reindeer, pull sleds, and share family tents. Noted for its “Samoyed smile” and heavy, low‑odor double coat. Social, energetic, vocal, and intelligent, it needs close companionship, firm positive training, and ample exercise.
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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