Irish Red and White Setter
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: Ireland
Colour: Clearly particoloured, base colour pearl white, solid red patches
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
The good-natured, affectionate and sensitive red and white Irish Setter.
Owner's Guide
The sensitive Irish Red and White Setter is reserved with strangers, but easy-going and affectionate to its family. Not known for being responsive to owners' requests, these dogs have a natural exuberance and energy that requires an outlet in the form of long walks and free running.
Originally bred for flushing and retrieving game.
Special Characteristics
This setter is a very active and exuberant dog.
Exercise Requirements
High. Full of energy and needs long runs.
Attitude to
Owners: affectionate, easy-going
Children: good, may knock over young children
Other pets: good, may chase
Strangers: friendly or reserved
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly
Perfect Owner
Patient, gentle, affectionate, easy-going families with access to places where this dog can have plenty of freedom to run.
Potential Problems
Lack of exercise may lead to escapes, running away and hyperactivity. Can be shy with strangers unless well socialized.
This dog will bring in mud and dirt from outside on its feathers.
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