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242 GUIDE T O BREED S

IRISH RED AND WHITE SETTER

THIS PLAYFUL DOG IS SLOW TO MATURE, BUT IT IS WORTH THE WAIT AKC
Broad,
Height range This setter has the red and white coloring that is typical of domed head
25–27 in (64–69 cm) many hunting dogs, but today, it is more often kept for
Weight range company. Long overshadowed by the related Irish Setter (see
55–75 lb (25–34 kg)
p.241), this intelligent if impulsive breed is slowly gaining the
Life span 12–13 years popularity it deserves. Cheerful and energetic, it thrives on
Origin Ireland attention and firm guidance.
Clear, crisp
colored
areas

Ears level with
eyes and set
far back
Fine, wavy, red
and white coat
Strong body
Red mottling with deep chest
on face

GORDON SETTER

AN OUTGOING BUT OBEDIENT CHARACTER BRED FOR WIDE OPEN SPACES AKC

Height range Originally employed in Scotland to track game birds and then freeze
24–26 in (62–66 cm) once it had located them, changes in hunting fashions have seen this
Weight range breed move from field to fireside. It brings with it a level-headed
57–66 lb (26–30 kg)
and loyal nature but also has a need for daily, vigorous
Lean,
Life span 12–13 years exercise and a good deal of space. long neck
Origin UK
Deep head
with slightly
rounded skull

Fringe on
Shiny, belly may
coal-black coat extend
to throat
Typical
Full feathering on chestnut-red
marking on
long, muscular thighs feet and
lower legs

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