English Setter Breed Information

English Setter

Weight:

Dogs 55-80 pounds (25-36kg) Bitches 45-70 pounds (20-32kg)

Height:

Dogs 24-27 inches (61-69cm) Bitches 23-26 inches (58-66cm)

Color:

blue belton (white with black flecks); orange belton (white with orange flecks); lemon belton; liver belton; tricolor belton (white with black and tan flecks)

Temperament:

This breed's standard temperament can be described as friendly and good natured; however, it can also be strong-willed and mischievous. English Setters are energetic, people-oriented dogs, that are well suited to families who can give them attention and activity, or to working with a hunter, where they have a job to do. Inside they tend to be lower energy and love to be couch potatoes and lap dogs that love to cuddle. Many are good around children.

Grooming:

The English Setter is an average shedder with a soft, flat coat of medium length. This dog should be brushed regularly to prevent tangles, and extra attention is usually required during the shedding seasons. Baths or dry shampoos should be given only when needed

Training:

English Setters are very intelligent and can be trained to perform about any task another breed can do, with the exception of herding. However, they are not always easy to train, as their natural bird instinct tends to distract them in outdoor environments. Their temperament is considered a soft one and so positive reinforcement training methods work best for English Setters.

Exercise:

This breed needs quite a lot of exercise. They do have a tendency to wander so make sure your garden is well fenced.

Life Expectancy:

around 10-12 years

Litter Size:

average 6 - 8 puppies

Country of origin:

England

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