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CATALOG OF BREEDS | GUNDOGS

French Spaniel Irish Red and

HEIGHT 22–24in (55–61cm) White Setter
WEIGHT 44–55lb (20–25kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years
HEIGHT 25–27in (64–69cm)
WEIGHT 55–75lb (25–34kg)
In its native land the French Spaniel is claimed to be the original LIFE SPAN 12–13 years
of all hunting spaniels. It is still used for hunting at home and
abroad, but because it is level-headed and not inclined to bark, This setter has the red and white coloring that is
it also makes a good city dog, as long as it is given enough typical of many hunting dogs, but today this dog is more
exercise and affection. often kept for company. Long overshadowed by the
Broad,
Straight top related Irish Setter (see p.242), this intelligent if domed
to muzzle head
impulsive breed is slowly gaining the popularity it
Tail curves Pendant ears deserves. Cheerful and energetic, it thrives on
upward Silky set quite far
toward tip coat back on head attention and firm guidance. Clear, crisp
colored areas
Red and
Large, oval white
eyes match
brown of coat Ears level with
eyes and set
well back

Brown spotting
White with on chest
brown Red Fine,
markings wavy coat
mottling Strong body
on face with deep chest

Gordon Setter
Deep head
with slightly
HEIGHT 24–26in (62–66cm) rounded skull
WEIGHT 57–66lb (26–30kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–13 years

Originally employed in Scotland to track game birds and then freeze
once it had located them, changes in hunting fashions have seen this breed Lean, long neck
move from field to fireside. It brings with it a level-headed and loyal nature, Coal black
but also a need for vigorous daily exercise and a good deal of space.

Shiny coat

Fringe on
belly may
extend to
chest and
throat
Full feathering on
long, muscular thighs Typical chestnut-
red markings
on feet and
lower legs

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