While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Weshis are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the English Setter is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle

Strong
Willed
Gentle
Intelligent
Mischievous
Energetic

Weshis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Avoid Weshis as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

United States

England

West Highland White Terrier and Shih Tzu

Gundog, Setter, Pointer, Hunter

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

Unknown

1300s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Brown
Black
Gray
Cream

Brown
Red
Blue

Wavy

Straight

A Weshi can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Weshis 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.

Weshis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the English Setter breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Kidney Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Liver Problems

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Ear Infections
Allergies
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Ectropion
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis

Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood and Urine Tests

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Hearing
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Weshis are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Weshi has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Setter has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Weshis 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.

Weshis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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

Weshis bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

Fetch, Go to Park, Tug-of-war, High Five, Bone chewing, Walking, Roughhousing, Eating Snacks, Ball

Walk, Run, Hunt, Walking, Chase, Fetch, Shake, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Swim, Beach, Cuddl

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weshi, it's at least 6 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 Weshis usually need at least 30 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.

Weshis have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The English Setter requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Weshi 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
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-21 pound (7 - 10 kg) Weshi feed 1.8 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 Weshi 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 Weshi 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.

Weshis are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

English Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

The Weshi is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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.

Weshis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

English Setters make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Weshis are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

English Setters are highly friendly around strangers.