Gordon Setter
Also called Black and Tan Setter
- Great with kids
- Needs space
The Gordon Setter is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred for hunting. They are intelligent, energetic, and eager to please, and make excellent companion dogs.
- Weight
- 44–79 lb (20–36 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 23–27 in (58–69 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 60 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium
- Origin
- Scotland, United Kingdom (17th–19th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: Good with other dogs
- Strangers: Polite with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Energetic
- Apartment living: Needs space
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds moderately
- Drooling: Drools a little
Temperament
Alert
Confident
Intelligent
Loyal
Noble
Strong-minded
Coat colours
Black and tan
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55–79 lb (25–36 kg) | 44–71 lb (20–32 kg) |
| Height | 24–27 in (61–69 cm) | 23–26 in (58–66 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Gordon Setter
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Breeds of a similar size
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Sources
- Official Standard for the Gordon Setter - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards : Gordon Setter | United Kennel Club (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standard | Gordon Setter Club Of America, Inc. (opens in a new tab)
- Gordon Setter - Wikipedia (opens in a new tab)
- Gordon Setter History: From Bird Dog to Devoted Companion - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Gordon Setter Breed: Characteristics, Care & Photos | Chewy (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).