Irish Setter
Sporting Group
Height at Shoulders
Females ~25 in, Males ~27 in
Weight
Females ~60 lbs, Males ~70 lbs
Life Expectancy
12-15 yrs
History
The Irish Setter's setting dog ancestors originated during Roman times where they were used to silently locate game birds and "set" until their human hunting companion could throw a net over the birds. Setters became established as their own group of hunting dogs by the 17th century, during which time different colored dogs were being interbred. In Ireland, red, red-and-white, and white setters were all considered Irish Setters. In the late 1800's, red Irish Setters were becoming more popular and officially became their own breed in 1886.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Irish Setters share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Energy Level
Sensitivity
Noise Level
Prey Drive
Shedding
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Common Traits
Happy, friendly, and outgoing
Intelligent, independent, and can be mischievous
Extremely high energy and need an active family who will give them at least an hour of exercise daily
Slow to mature and may never outgrow puppy-like behavior
Prone to separation anxiety and may become destructive if left alone for long without mental stimulation
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