English Setter

E N G L I S H  S E T T E R ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
English Setter
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
008
Personality Snapshot
A very gentle, placid, friendly dog. Mild mannered and sensitive. Loves affection. Enthusiastic and lively outdoors. Somewhat willful. Should be trained early to prevent development of bad habits


Breed NameEnglish Setter
Rank (out of 136 breeds)008
Points (out of 100)84
Dog Group TypeGundog
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Good
AffectionHigh
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsGood
Friendly with Family PetsGreat
Friendly with StrangersAwesome
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingGood
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)8 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGreat
Guard Dog AbilityNot Good
SizeLarge
Exercise RequirementsHigh
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingSkilled
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span10 to 12 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a English Setter into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 10 to 12 years of age as English Setter pups can live between 10 to 12 years of age.

My Life as a English Setter
A very gentle, placid, friendly dog. Mild mannered and sensitive. Loves affection. Enthusiastic and lively outdoors. Somewhat willful. Should be trained early to prevent development of bad habits

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with at least an average-size yard.

English Setter Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the English Setter

English Setter Wiki

Where to buy a English Setter : A Directory and Review
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