How tall is a English Setter?

An adult English Setter stands about 26 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a English Setter considered a large dog?

Yes — at 26" / 73 lb, the English Setter falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #37 tallest.

How does a English Setter compare to a person?

At 26" tall, a English Setter stands about 41% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

English Setter Size Compared to a Person

A English Setter stands 26″ at the shoulder and weighs about 73 lb — that puts it at 41% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #37 by shoulder height and falls into the large-breed size class (Large breeds, 23–27").

English Setter next to a person at scale — 26-inch shoulder height, 73 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — English Setter at 26″ / 73 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a English Setter compares

	English Setter	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	26″	64″	-38″
Weight	73 lb	135 lb	-62 lb

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About the English Setter

The English Setter is one of the most elegant sporting breeds, renowned for its graceful movement, silky feathered coat, and gentle, aristocratic demeanor. Originating in England over 400 years ago, this breed was developed for bird hunting, using a distinctive crouching or "setting" posture to indicate game. The Llewellin and Laverack lines are among the most celebrated strains of this beautiful breed.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Large size class with shoulder height closest to the English Setter.

Afghan Hound — 26″ / 55 lb (same height)
American Alsatian — 26″ / 90 lb (same height)
Bandog — 26″ / 100 lb (same height)
Bernese Mountain — 26″ / 98 lb (same height)
Black and Tan Coonhound — 26″ / 88 lb (same height)
Bloodhound — 26″ / 100 lb (same height)
Boerboel — 26″ / 175 lb (same height)
Bouvier des Flandres — 26″ / 90 lb (same height)

Frequently asked

How tall is a English Setter?: An adult English Setter stands about 26 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a English Setter considered a large dog?: Yes — at 26" / 73 lb, the English Setter falls into the large-breed size class (shoulder height 23–27"). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #37 tallest.
How does a English Setter compare to a person?: At 26" tall, a English Setter stands about 41% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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