Irish Setter Breed Information & Characteristics

The Irish Setter is a breed that has an average risk of becoming obese. Daily walks and a balanced diet of quality dry dog food can help maintain a healthy weight. An active lifestyle and monitoring weight regularly is recommended.

Unfortunately, the Irish Setter is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Energetic
Lively
Intelligent
Companionable
Independent
Playful

Irish Setter dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Irish Setter. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

The Irish Setter dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

Ireland

setter, pointer, spaniel

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American Kennel Club
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Dog Registry of America Inc.
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1700s

Sporting (AKC:1878)
Gundog (UKC)

Brown

Black

Red

The coat of an Irish Setter is longer than that of the typical dog.

Straight

An Irish Setter can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Irish Setters are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Irish Setter is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Gastric Torsion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Cataracts
Megaesophagus
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Dna Test For Vwd
Dna For Pra
Thyroid Tests
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Irish Setters are high-energy dogs, thus an active lifestyle suits them well.

Irish Setter have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Irish Setter needs a high level of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. They also make great companions for people who lead an active lifestyle and enjoy running, hiking or other outdoor activities. These breeds are not suitable for people with sedentary lifestyle or those who live in small apartments

Irish Setters are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

The Irish Setter is a dog that is known for its low drooling tendency. If you dislike drool marks on your clothing, the Irish Setter could be a suitable choice for you.

Irish Setters are known to bark very little or not at all. They tend to be very quiet and do not bark excessively. They may only bark in specific situations, such as when they need to alert their owner to something important or when they are in distress.

Irish Setter dogs are not known for their strong territorial instinct and protective nature. They may not be the best choice as guard dogs as they may not have a strong drive to defend their territory.

Playing Ball, Hiking, Car Travel, Taking Naps

Irish Setters are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Irish Setter, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Irish Setters usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Irish Setter is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Ideally, Irish Setter should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Deshedder
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) Irish Setter feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Irish Setter is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Irish Setter is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Irish Setter breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Irish Setter is not an apartment-friendly dog breed. This dog breed is best in a home with a large, fenced-in yard. They are not suited for apartment life and can become destructive due to pent up energy from being in a small space.

A Irish Setters typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Irish Setters are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Irish Setters are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

Irish Setters are very friendly around strangers.

Irish Setters are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Irish Setter for a mellower experience.

The Irish Setter is a breed of dog that is known for being very easy to train. They are highly intelligent and eager to please, which makes them a great choice for both experienced and novice dog owners.