Comparison: English Pointer and English Setter

English Pointer and English Setter are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

English Pointer
Photo: jewelforrester, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
English Setter
Photo: Villa16, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
English PointerEnglish Setter
FCI group7. Pointing dogs7. Pointing dogs
Country of originUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
CategoryLargeLarge
Height at withers57–69 cm61–68 cm
Weight20–34 kg25–30 kg
Life span12–15 years11–13 years
Recognition features
  • Short smooth coat, white with patches
  • Lean, refined build with a high head carriage
  • Distinct stop and fine muzzle
  • Long silky coat, white with flecks (belton)
  • Long ears and feathered tail
  • Elegant and lean build
CoatShort, dense, smooth and glossy coat.Long, silky coat with feathering; belton.
PurposeAn English gundog bred to point game birds in the field.An English gundog that crouches (´sets´) to mark game birds.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.