Alert
Eager
Intelligent
Confident
Fearless
Loyal

Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

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

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

Gordon Setters make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid King Cavrins as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Setting Spaniel

Cairn Terrier, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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

1600s

Unknown

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn

Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Brindle
White

Gordon Setters are known for their coat length.

King Cavrins have medium-length coats.

A Gordon 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.

A King Cavrin can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

King Cavrins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

King Cavrins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Mitral Valve Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Syringomyelia

Otitis Externa
Hypothyroidism

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Hip X-Rays
X-Rays
Biopsy
X-ray imaging
Blood Analysis
Complete Blood Count
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis

Gordon Setters thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Gordon Setter has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

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

King Cavrins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Gordon Setters are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

King Cavrins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

King Cavrin dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Gordon Setters are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

King Cavrins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Gordon Setter, it's at least 15 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 King Cavrin, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Gordon 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.

In general most King Cavrins 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.

Gordon Setters require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The King Cavrin requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

King Cavrin 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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Gordon Setter feed 3 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 13-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) King Cavrin 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.

The average cost of a Gordon Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Gordon Setter is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 a King Cavrin 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.

Gordon Setter is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

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

Gordon Setters are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

King Cavrins are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Gordon Setters are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Gordon Setters are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

King Cavrins are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.