English Setter
About English Setter
If you're looking for a friendly and devoted family companion, the English Setter might just be your perfect match. With their elegant, speckled coats and graceful stature, these dogs stand out in any crowd. Typically weighing between 45 to 80 pounds, they are affectionate and well-suited for families with children and other pets.
English Setters are lively and require about 60 to 90 minutes of exercise each day, thriving on activities like fetch or long walks to keep their minds and bodies active. Grooming is a regular affair, needing a brush a few times a week to keep their long, silky fur free of tangles. Training them can be a fun task, as they respond well to positive reinforcement and gentle guidance, though they might test your patience with a bit of stubbornness.
Keep an eye on their health, particularly concerning hip and elbow health, and ensure they have regular vet check-ups. With a life expectancy of around 10 to 12 years, these gentle, low-barking companions will happily fill your days with affection and joy. Embrace the adventure with an English Setter, and you'll have a loyal friend by your side for all your family activities.
Interesting Facts
The English Setter was originally bred in the 19th century in England for bird hunting.
Despite their hunting background, English Setters are known for being gentle and good with children.
The 'setter' in their name comes from their hunting style where they 'set' (lie down) when they locate prey.
They have a unique speckled coat, which is often described as 'belton'. It can be blue, orange, lemon, liver or tri-colored.
English Setters are known for their exceptional sense of smell, which makes them excellent hunting dogs.
English Setters are highly energetic and require at least an hour of exercise each day to maintain their health.
They are one of the oldest gundog breeds, with their ancestry traced back to the Spanish Pointer.
The English Setter is an intelligent breed and is quick to learn, but can be stubborn at times.
Despite their long and silky coat, they only require grooming once or twice a week.
English Setters have an average lifespan of 10-12 years, but some have been known to live up to 15 years.
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