English Setter Price: How Much Do They Cost in 2026?

Complete cost breakdown for the English Setter including purchase price, first-year costs, and ongoing monthly expenses.

Puppy Price

$800–$1500

First Year Cost

$3,971

Monthly Cost

$183

English Setter Price Overview

A English Setter from a responsible breeder costs $800–$1500 in 2026. Typically $1,200-$2,500. Field-bred Llewellin Setters from proven hunting lines may range from $800-$2,000..

Beyond the purchase price, budget approximately $3,971 for the first year (supplies, vet visits, food, training) and about $183/month ongoing for food, insurance, grooming, and supplies.

Price Breakdown

Pet-quality puppy	$800–$1150
Show-quality puppy	$1150–$1500
Adoption/rescue	$$150–$400

Ongoing Costs

Food (monthly)	$70–106
Grooming (monthly)	$62–90
Vet visits (annual)	$444–693
Insurance (monthly)	$44–69
Supplies (annual)	$275–418

Price by Color/Type

Standard colors	$800–$1500
Rare colors	$1800–$2250

Where to Buy a English Setter

Finding a well-bred English Setter (budget $800–$1500):

Breed club breeders: Members who follow a code of ethics and perform health testing including screening for Hip Dysplasia
Breed rescue: Many purebred English Setters are available through rescue at $150–$500
AKC Marketplace: A starting point for finding registered English Setter breeders

Red flags include sellers with no health clearances for Hip Dysplasia or Elbow Dysplasia, multiple breeds available, or pressure to buy quickly. Always visit the breeder, meet at least one parent, and verify health documentation.

Scam Warning

If a English Setter is priced well below $800, investigate carefully. Typically $1,200-$2,500. Field-bred Llewellin Setters from proven hunting lines may range from $800-$2,000.. Common scam indicators: inability to visit the facility, pressure to pay via wire transfer, stock photos in listings, and refusal to provide health testing documentation for this sporting breed. Legitimate English Setter breeders welcome visits and questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

A English Setter from a reputable breeder costs $800–$1500 in 2026. Typically $1,200-$2,500. Field-bred Llewellin Setters from proven hunting lines may range from $800-$2,000..

The $800–$1500 price reflects comprehensive health testing ($700+ per parent), quality nutrition, veterinary care, and proper socialization. Typically $1,200-$2,500. Field-bred Llewellin Setters from proven hunting lines may range from $800-$2,000..

Yes. English Setter rescue organizations and shelters sometimes have dogs available for $150–$500. Since the English Setter is ranked #74 in AKC popularity, finding one in rescue may require patience and a wider geographic search. Check the national breed club's rescue network and Petfinder.

Budget approximately $183/month for a English Setter: food ($70–106/month for a 45–80 lb dog), grooming ($62–90/month for their long coat), insurance ($44–69/month), and supplies. Annual vet costs of $444–693 cover routine care and breed-specific screening for conditions like Hip Dysplasia.

For the right owner, a English Setter provides 12–15 years of companionship. The gentleman of the sporting world. English Setters are graceful, mellow, and affectionate, with an aristocratic bearing softened by a sweet, gentle nature.. The $800–$1500 purchase price is a small fraction of the estimated $3,971 first-year cost and $183/month ongoing expenses.