Other Names
Irish Red Setter, Red Setter

Origin
ireland, 1700s

Use Today
Companion, setting, game retrieving

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 13 years of age

Weight & Height
60 to 70 pounds & 25 to 27 inches tall

Known Health Problems
This breed is prone to skin allergies, bloat , hip & elbow dysplasia, Eye Problems, Hypothyroidism, Osteosarcoma

Physical Description
Medium to large size, lean dog. They have a long, lean head, almond-shaped brown eyes, long drop ears and a black nose. The tail tapers to a point.

Temperment
This breed is friendly and good with children. They make a good gundog & watchdog. They also do well with other pets.

Living Conditions
Will do ok in apartment if sufficiently exercised daily

Grooming
brush this breed daily

Exercise
Need regular vigorous exercise on a daily basis

Coat Texture
Moderately long, flat coat has silky featherings on the ears, back of forelegs, thighs, tail, belly and chest.

Coat Colors
Mahogany red & dark chestnut red

Puppies
6-8 pups per litter.

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club