The Irish Setter is a medium-sized breed of dog that was originally bred for hunting. They are friendly, energetic, and intelligent, and make excellent companion dogs.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 12–14 years
- Weight
- Male 29–34 kg · Female 25–29 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 66–71 cm · Female 61–66 cm
- Origin
- 19th century · Ireland
- Coat
- long, medium
- Colors
- mahogany, rich chestnut red
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- Red Setter
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC, CKC, ANKC, NZKC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise60 min per day