 The
AKC describes the Irish Setter as "At their best, the
lines of the Irish Setter so satisfy in overall balance that
artists have termed it the most beautiful of all dogs."
The Irish
Setter is part of the sporting group and can trace its origins
back to last 18th and 19th century, Ireland. As is the case
with many breeds of this time period, the Irish Setters' ancestry
is uncertain; however, it is commonly believed that the Irish
Setter derives from a spaniel-pointer English and Gordon setter
combination.
The feature
most associated with the Irish Setter is its stunning red
coat. Described as chestnut or mahogany, it is the flowing
red coat that enables this breed to stand out in a crowd.
The Irish Setter is both a swift moving and mild mannered
companion. |
| Height: |
28 in. |
| Weight: |
70
lbs. |
| Temperament: |
Outgoing
and rollicking. |
| Color(s): |
Red
|
| Grooming: |
This
breed does have shedding so attention to his coat is needed.
To keep coat in top condition, daily combing and brushing periods
are recommended. |
| Coat(s): |
Coat
lays free and straight along body frame. At the head, front
of his legs and tips of ears the coat will be short and fine.
Feathering is a characteristic of this breed. |
| With
Children: |
Yes |
| With
Pets: |
Yes,
needs proper socialization opportunities with other animals
while a puppy. |
| Training: |
Consistency
and praise is important during training. Can be thick-headed
but known for intelligence. |
| Exercise: |
Will require lengthy exercise periods to prevent restlessness
and reluctance to train. |
| Health
Issues: |
Skin problems, hip dysplasia, bloat. |
| Housing: |
A home with a large fenced yard. |
| Life
Span: |
12
- 14 years |
| Country
of Origin: |
Ireland |
| Conformation
Group: |
Sporting
|
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