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Irish Setter Puppies for Sale
Irish Setter
(Irish Red Setter)
"Bama, the Irish Setter at 11 months old. Bama loves the water, going for long walks, going with us when we ride bikes, swimming , riding in the car & truck, but most of all going with me when I ride the horses!! We moved the horses back home in their new fence, so I take Bama a lot with me! He is so good with the photograph thing! I'm a photographer so he makes taking pictures of him fun!! He loves to go to PetCo & PetSmart too! He loves butter cream icing, shrimp tales, dog cookies, raw hide chewies, & birthday cake! And of course he hates to be scolded. He has got better when we leave him in the bus truck or car, he knows that we are coming back. This breed of dog is truly a smart one! If you have the time & are active with the outdoors this breed might be right for you!!"
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Pronunciation |
Irish Setter |
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Description |
The Irish Setter's profusely feathered silky coat
comes in rich shades of chestnut to mahogany, sometimes with splashes of white
on the chest and feet. Black is not allowed. Some young dogs have silvery-gray
hair behind the ears and legs, but these may disappear as the dog matures. Its
coat is long and silky except for the head, where it is short and fine. Even the
feet should be well covered with hair. The Setter's ears are triangular, thin,
soft to the touch, long and low set, and the legs are long and muscular. The dog
is slightly longer than tall. The length of the muzzle should be equal to half
of the length of the entire head. The nasal canal is straight and the nose is
black or brown. The jaws have a close fitting dental arch. The stop is greatly
accentuated and the eyes are chestnut or dark hazel. The chest is rather
narrow and the thorax is deep and streamlined. The tail is carried horizontally
and is fringed. |
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Temperament |
Irish Setters are energetic, intelligent,
affectionate, high-spirited, and full of energy. They have no guarding
instincts, get along with other animals, and are good with children. Irish
Setters are responsive yet sensitive. This breed can be giddy and high strung if they do not receive the proper amount of mental and physical exercise. It is very lovable and impulsive, with an independent spirit and need an owner who displays a natural authority over the dog. Calm, yet firm, confident and consistent, giving the dogs clear rules he must follow and sticking to them. Meek or passive owners or owners who do not provide enough exercise will find them to be difficult to train. Given
firm handling and plenty of exercise, these dogs can be a joy to own. Irish
Setters are extremely swift, with an excellent sense of smell and are hardy over
any terrain and in any climate. The Irish Setter is used for all types of
hunting. It even works well on wetlands. Train this breed firmly at an early age
to prevent development of bad habits, as this breed tends to pick up bad habits
quickly. It is important to train for good house manners. These dogs are said to
be easily housebroken. Both field lines and show lines make good pets, though
the field lines are generally smaller with shorter coats and a much higher
activity requirement.
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Height, Weight |
Height: Dogs 26-28 inches (66-71cm.) Bitches
24-26 inches (61-66cm.)
Weight: Dogs 65-75 pounds (29-34kg) Bitches 55-65 pounds (25-29kg.) |
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Health Problems |
This breed tends to bloat. It may be wise to feed
2 or 3 small meals a day instead of one big one. The Irish Setter is
particularly prone to epilepsy and severe skin allergies. They also suffer from
eye problems and elbow & hip dysplasia. Also prone to PRA, auto-immune
disease and hypothyroidism. The ears should be watched for ear inflammation. Ear
operations for otitis often make the dogs ill-tempered afterwards. |
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Living Conditions |
The Irish Setter is not recommended for apartment
life and does best with a large yard. It is best suited to country rather than
city life, as he has a high activity requirement and needs a lot of exercise. |
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Exercise |
All setters need a daily long,
brisk walk or they will become restless and difficult to manage.
In addition, they will also enjoy running free in the safety of a fenced yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 11-15 years. |
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Grooming |
Daily brushing and combing of the soft, flat,
medium-length coat is all that is required to keep it in excellent condition.
Keep it free from burrs and tangles, and give a little extra care when the dog
is molting. Bathe and dry shampoo only when necessary. This breed is an average
shedder. |
| Origin |
The Irish Setter was originally called the Irish
Red Setter in the United States. It derived from a variety of spaniels, setters,
and pointers. At one time the Irish Setter was a red & white dog with
shorter legs than today's breed. In the 19th century, following intensive
selective breeding efforts, the lustrous, pure chestnut red setter emerged to
win both prizes and hearts. It is probably older then the English Setter. The
English and Irish Setters are both ancestors of the Spanish pointer. The Irish
Setter is a fine all-around hunting dog. He is fast with an excellent nose, and
is good on any terrain. His technique for finding game is to run quickly back
and forth in front of the hunter. The Irish Setter is both a pointer and
retriever - particularly good for hunting game birds. Because of his handsome
looks, however, many breeders have selected for beauty rather than hunting
ability. So today's Irish Setter is usually a show dog or a family companion,
though he sometimes still serves as a hunter. The Irish Setter's talents include
hunting, tracking, retrieving, pointing, watchdogging, agility and competitive
obedience. |
Group |
Gun Dog, AKC Sporting |
Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC,
CCR, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
UKC = United Kennel
Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CCR = Canadian
Canine Registry
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
"This is my Irish Setter puppy Ala at 6 weeks old. Her nick name is Ala B. Her likes are, spending time with me, going places with me, and playing with her friend Bama, ( an adult Irish Setter. ), pointing at things, walking up & down stairs, running & riding in the truck. Her dislike is, being scolded. Her favorite things to eat are, her food ( Royal Canine ), dog cookies from PetCo's treat bar, anything she can get in her mouth to chew on, rib bones to chew on for dogs, & pig ear chewies. Her favorite toys are, a stuffed squeeky cow toy, tennis balls, a squeeky stuffed horse, & pretty much anything that she can get her mouth on! She is a sweety! She is going to be a beautiful dog when she grows up!"
Ala, the Irish Setter Puppy at 6 weeks old
"Ala, the Irish Setter Puppy at 7 weeks old. In this pic she thinks she is a coon hound!! ;-) So funny! She is changing every day! I think she is going to be a big girl! She weighed a little over 9 lbs at 7 weeks!! It's like she is getting taller every day! Such a fun breed of dog!"
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D'Arcy, a beautiful Irish Setter
D'Arcy
D'Arcy is of Irish breeding (born and lives in Ireland) therefore doesn't
carry as much coat as the American type.
D'Arcy
Irish Setter Pictures 1
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