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IRISH SETTER

AN EXUBERANT, ENTHUSIASTIC BREED FOR A PATIENT AND ACTIVE OWNER AKC

Height range The red dog, or Modder Rhu, of Ireland started out as a Silky,
25–27 in (64–69 cm) hunting dog and is still an effective worker, but today it is more drop ears
Weight range commonly kept as a striking and spirited companion. Slow
60–71 lb (27–32 kg)
to mature, it needs firm training from an early age. The
Life span 12–13 years breed’s devil-may-care attitude and tendency to get
Origin Ireland into scrapes when young can try an owner’s
patience, but its sociable nature and zest for
life make it worth the extra effort. It does
not simply tolerate other dogs and children,
but actively seeks them out to play with.

Deep, square
muzzle Level, almond-
shaped eyes have
kind expression
Shorter hair
on front of
lower legs

Well-feathered tail
Long, glossy,
red coat

Very deep and
narrow chest

Longer hair
on underside
of body

Feathering on
back of legs

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