Irish Setter Breed Info

Energy ****
Trainng ***
Watchdog ****
Grooming ***

Irish Setter are originated from ireland
Size: max: 27 in. (H) & 70 lbs (W)
Color: mahogany or rich chestnut, some may have white markings on throat, chest, toes
Coat: moderately long, flat coat with weatherings on the ear, back of thighs and forelegs, tail, belly and chest
Personality: friendly, outgoing, lively, playful
Care: grooming, exercise, fenced yard, leashed
Known health problem: eye problems, hypothyroidism, hip dysplasia
Group: sporting dogs

Good with children? yes
Good with other pets? yes

Irish Setter Club

The Irish Setter Club of America
www.IrishSetterClub.org

The Irish Red Setter dog breed originated from Ireland in the year of 1700s, from English setters, pointers, spaniels, and Gordon setters. Early Irish Setters were white with red blotches on their coats, but today the coat is a rich mahogany color. The Red and White Irish Setter is now considered a separate breed by many registries.
Similar to English and Gordon Setter, the Irish Setter originally was bred for hunting, setting or pointing upland gamebirds. The dogs have excellent sense of smell, extremely swift and are hardy over any terrain and in any climate, they even do well on wetlands.
The Irish Setters are active, outgoing, have a high level of energy, friendly, and affectionate. It is an excellent companion dog for adult and children so long as there is enough activity to keep the dog happy. It will remain active and playful even throughout adulthood. The best owner for this breed would be an active family in a suburban or rural home. The dog is not suited for living in a small apartment.


Taking Care of Irish Setter Dog

Irish Setter has moderately long and silky coat that requires frequent brushing to maintain its condition and keep it mat-free.

It is very important that the dog gets plenty of daily exercise, such as running in wide open spaces. Before thinking about getting an Irish Setter, you should consider your lifestyle. It is not a good choice for people with sedentary lifestyle. A healthy Irish Setter dog can live up to 14 years.