Swedish Lapphund
VS
English Setter
Swedish Lapphund vs English Setter
Compare Swedish Lapphund 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
Swedish Lapphund
English Setter
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
40 – 51 cm
52 – 68 cm
Weight
19 – 21 kg
16 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 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
5/5
5/5
Grooming needs
1/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
1/5
Characteristics
Swedish Lapphund
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
English Setter
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Swedish Lapphund
The Swedish Lapphund is an ancient Nordic spitz‑type herding dog with a compact, sturdy build and thick black double coat. Lively, vocal and people‑oriented, it excels in herding and dog sports. Active, intelligent and sensitive, it needs regular exercise, training and close family contact.
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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