Large Sporting Group

Irish Setter

Also called Red Setter

Great with kids
Loves other dogs
Needs space
Needs lots of exercise

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.

Weight: 55–75 lb (25–34 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 24–28 in (61–71 cm)
Life span: 12–14 years
Exercise: About 60 minutes a day
Coat: Medium, Long
Origin: Ireland (19th century)

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Great with children
Other dogs: Great with other dogs
Strangers: Friendly with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Very energetic
Apartment living: Needs space
Barking: Barks a little
Training: Fairly easy to train

Care

Grooming: Frequent grooming
Shedding: Sheds moderately
Drooling: Drools a little

Temperament

Affectionate High-spirited Outgoing Rollicking Swift-moving Trainable

Coat colours

Mahogany and rich chestnut red

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	64–75 lb (29–34 kg)	55–64 lb (25–29 kg)
Height	26–28 in (66–71 cm)	24–26 in (61–66 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)