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Sportinglarge🌍 Irelandbird dog; setter
Irish Setter
Enthusiastic, affectionate, energetic, eager
Popularity
773
Flashy red gun dog built for all-day field work; loves people and vigorous play.
Lifespan
12–15 years
Coat
long, silky, straight, feathered
Colors
rich chestnut/red
Male height
27–27 in
Female height
25–25 in
Male weight
65–75 lb
Female weight
55–65 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
5
Trainability
4
Playfulness
5
Protectiveness
2
Prey drive
4
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
5
Apartment friendly
3
Novice owner friendly
4
Good with other dogs
4
Good with strangers
5
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
3
Drooling
1
Coat length
4
Exercise needs
5
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
3
