Irish Setter
The Irish Setter is a gundog and family companion from Ireland, recognised by its rich chestnut / mahogany coat and elegant build. Known for late maturity and an enthusiastic, outgoing temperament.
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- The mahogany coat colour is unique to the Irish Setter and the Irish Red and White Setter.
- President Nixon and President Truman both had Irish Setters.
- Puppies can be almost white at birth and darken with age.
- Often called 'Big Red' after the 1962 Disney film.
- Take up to 3 years to mentally mature.
⚡ Auf einen Blick
Größe
Groß
Gewicht
60-70 lbs
Lebenserwartung
12-15 years
Energielevel
Hoch
Kinderfreundlich
Ja
Wohnungstauglich
Kommt darauf an
💖 Charakter & Verhalten
Friendly, outgoing, and sensitive; slow to mature and require consistent training to channel their exuberance.
🍖 Futter & Leckerlis
High-quality diet with adequate protein and omega fatty acids to maintain coat and joint health. Prone to bloat — split meals and avoid vigorous activity around feeding.
⚠️ Allgemeine Informationen — bei besonderen Ernährungsbedürfnissen einen Tierarzt konsultieren.
🎾 Spiel & Aktivitäten
Lieblingsspiele und -aktivitäten:
- Long runs
- Fetch
- Swimming
- Agility
Require 1-2 hours of vigorous daily exercise. Excel at retrieving, agility, and canine sports.
🏡 Lebensumgebung
Best suited to active households with securely fenced outdoor space. Not recommended for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.
✨ Wissenswertes
- The mahogany coat colour is unique to the Irish Setter and the Irish Red and White Setter.
- President Nixon and President Truman both had Irish Setters.
- Puppies can be almost white at birth and darken with age.
- Often called 'Big Red' after the 1962 Disney film.
- Take up to 3 years to mentally mature.
