General Height: 58 - 69cm Weight: 23 - 29kg Colour: Chestnut, dark red Retriever group Temperament The Irish Setter is a very alert, obedient and lively dog. This high spirited breed can be overwhelmingly affectionate at times and just loves to be at work. The Irish Setter has no natural guarding instincts and gets along well with animals, including other dogs. They can be boisterous and are quite highly strung, but in general they are very playful and lovable. Some bloodlines can be difficult to train due to their independent spirit, but treated firmly whilst handling and given plenty of exercise, these dogs can be a pleasure to own. Irish Setters are responsive and sensitive and have an excellent sense of smell. Which is why they are used for all types of hunting. Early training is recommended for this breed as they tend to pick up bad habits quickly. The Irish Setter has many attributes including, pointing, hunting, retrieving, tracking, and competitive obedience. Exercise The Irish Setter will require regular, vigorous exercise. A twice daily walk or run for around 40 – 50 minutes is sufficient. To be allowed to run off the lead in a safe area in preferred. Never exercise this breed directly after feeding. Grooming A daily groom with a firm brush is recommended for the Irish setter. Health The Irish Setter is generally of very good health but some can be prone to epilepsy, skin allergies, bloat, eye problems and hip dysplasia. Life Expectancy 11 – 15 years History The Irish Setter is also known as the Red Setter and has evolved greatly over the last 250 years in the British Isles. Breeders used a variety of Pointers, Setters and Spaniels to develop this handsome, aristocratic looking dog . Although this breed is older than the English Setter, both breeds are ancestors of the Spanish pointer; the breed used to create many of today’s great hunting dogs. Like all Setters, Irish Setters were required to ‘set,’ or locate game birds and remain still while the owner approached the bird.
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