Irish Setter
Sporting group · Large size · From Ireland
An active, outgoing, sweet-tempered gundog with a famous mahogany coat — exuberant and a little goofy.
ActiveOutgoingSweet-Tempered
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight (M)
70 lbs
Height (M)
27"
Coat
long
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
Very High
Trainability
Moderate
Intelligence
High
Exercise needs
Very High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Moderate
Grooming effort
Moderate
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
Very High
Good with dogs
High
Good with strangers
Very High
Protectiveness
Low
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Moderate
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Bloat
- • Epilepsy
- • Eye disorders
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
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