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.
Le saviez-vous ?
- 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.
⚡ Faits en bref
Taille
Grand
Poids
60-70 lbs
Espérance de vie
12-15 years
Niveau d'énergie
Élevé
Adapté aux enfants
Oui
Adapté à l'appartement
Cela dépend
💖 Personnalité et comportement
Friendly, outgoing, and sensitive; slow to mature and require consistent training to channel their exuberance.
🍖 Alimentation et friandises
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.
⚠️ Informations générales uniquement — pour des besoins alimentaires spécifiques, consultez un vétérinaire.
🎾 Jeux et activités
Jeux et activités favoris:
- Long runs
- Fetch
- Swimming
- Agility
Require 1-2 hours of vigorous daily exercise. Excel at retrieving, agility, and canine sports.
🏡 Cadre de vie
Best suited to active households with securely fenced outdoor space. Not recommended for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.
✨ Anecdotes
- 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.
