Irish Setter breed information

Weight:	55 - 75 pounds
Height:	24 - 28 inches

I have three type of AKC Irish Setter.

First the show type, that is large, substantial and heavy coated. The males stand about 27 inches at the withers and weights about 70 pounds. The females are smaller. The muzzle is square, ears are low set and long. The color is deep mahogany red. AKC standards allows a little white on the head, feet, and chest.

There are also two types of field dogs. They are smaller and more lightly boned with thinner coats. The AKC field type varies in size: from 21 inches up to 27 inches. Weight is 45-50lbs for the smaller and up to 70lbs for the larger Setters. The muzzle is more “wedge” shape, ears are shorter and set a bit higher than the show type.

Also we have Red setters. Go to:

http://www.elkhorngundogs.com/red_setters.htm.

What the difference? A Red Setter, not a traditional Irish Setter. The Red Setter of today is often called a new breed, but this is not true. This breed represents the true Irish Setter from it’s origination in Ireland over 50 years ago when it was among one of the most prominent pointing dogs. This breed is also recognized by the AKC.

The appearance of the Red Setter is not that of the traditional Irish Setter show dog. The Red Setter does not have long flowing hair associated with the breed. Their hair only flows and feathers on their legs and tails, making them much easier to maintain. This obviously is due to the fact that they were originally bred to be a hunting dog. The coat is very soft and silky. The Red Setter also is not as large; males top out at 50 lbs. and the females usually weigh between 35 lbs. and 40 lbs. They normally have some white on their face and stomach too. They have very friendly dispositions and love their family, which makes them a great companion.

Trademark Traits:

	Loving
	Vigorous
	High-energy
	Handsome
	Fast
	Hardy

Some Ideal Human Companions:

	Families
	Active seniors
	Joggers and hikers

What They’re Like to Live With:

When you bring an Irish Setter into your home, prepare for a downright giddy housemate. Full of boisterous energy and love, Irish Setters will want to be involved in everything you do. They love family time, whether indoors or out, and they get along famously with children.

Irish Setters form strong bonds with their owners, but they are gentle and welcoming with just about everybody—other pets included. Aside from a good, healthy bark, they don’t have any solid “watchdog skills.” Strangers who drop by the house will most likely be wrangled into a lengthy game of fetch.

Bred for hunting in the fields, Irish Setters are bursting with energy, quickness and endurance. If you’re a jogger, runner or bicyclist, take them along. Irish Setters will be calm, happy and trainable as long as they have an outlet for this exuberant energy.

Things You Should Know:

Irish Setters have a rambunctious personality that’s almost puppy-like—a trait that can linger long after the puppy years are over. Though always full of good intentions and great vibes, Irish Setters will benefit from firm, positive training.

These dogs love having a big back yard to play in, but they don’t like to be left alone for too long. A happy Irish Setter is one that get healthy doses of exercise and attention.

Irish Setters can live as long as 15 years. Also, observe portion control when it comes to feeding: Irish Setters are prone to bloat. Feeding them smaller meals throughout the day is a good practice.

Irish Setter History:

Irish Setters were developed from a mix of Irish Terrier, Irish Water Spaniel and English Setter—among other breeds—to be the ideal birding dog. For hundreds of years, they were categorized with a large group of red and white setters. In the early 1800s, the solid-red Irish setter became the commonly accepted type, though some of these red dogs still carried patches of white. With the instincts of a great hunter, the beauty of a show dog and the winning personality of a family pet, the Irish Setter is one of the world’s most beloved dogs.

The Look of the Irish Setter:

Irish Setters have balanced, elegant, medium-sized frames (sometimes larger) covered in silky red coats that grow long on the ears, tails and chests. Their handsome, lean heads have long muzzles, almond shaped eyes, dark noses and long, thin ears. They have elegant necks that slope down to deep chests and level backs. Their long, tapered tails are usually carried horizontally. All four legs are lean but muscular. Their red coats can range anywhere from chestnut to mahogany, with or without white patches. Overall, the Irish Setter is a mixture of refined beauty and rustic vitality.

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