Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Gentle
Social
Tempered
Sweet
Tenacious
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

Strong
Willed
Gentle
Intelligent
Mischievous
Energetic

Basseliers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

English Setters are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Basseliers aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

English Setters are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Basset Hound and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Gundog, Setter, Pointer, Hunter

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White

Brown
Red
Blue

Wavy

Straight

A Basselier can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Setter can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Basseliers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

English Setters have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Entropion
Congenital Heart Defect

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

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Physical Examination
Optical Examination
Angiocardiogram

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Hip
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Hearing
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Physical Examination

Basseliers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

English Setters' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Basseliers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

English Setters need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Basseliers are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Setters sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Basseliers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

The English Setter is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basselier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Setter, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basseliers usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Setters usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Basselier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, English Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-6010 pound (9 - 2726 kg) Basselier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) English Setter feed 3.2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Basselier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an English Setter is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Basselier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Setter is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Basselier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

English Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Basseliers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The English Setter is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Basseliers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

English Setters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Basseliers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

English Setters are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.