Irish Setter

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:34
Last Updated on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:26
I R I S H  S E T T E R ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Irish Setter
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
007
Personality Snapshot
Giddy at times, very lovable and impulsive. Outgoing and happy-go-lucky. Energized. Can be high-strung. Some are more reserved. Train firmly and early to prevent development of bad habits, as this breed tends to pick up bad habits quickly.


Breed NameIrish Setter
Rank (out of 136 breeds)007
Points (out of 100)85
Dog Group TypeGundog
DominanceLow
Obedience (Ease of Training)Good
AffectionVery High
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Good
Friendly with Other DogsGreat
Friendly with Family PetsGreat
Friendly with StrangersAwesome
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingGreat
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)8 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGreat
Guard Dog AbilityTerrible
SizeLarge
Exercise RequirementsHigh
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingSkilled
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span12 to 15 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 Irish Setter into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 12 to 15 years of age as Irish Setter pups can live between 12 to 15 years of age.

My Life as a Irish Setter
Giddy at times, very lovable and impulsive. Outgoing and happy-go-lucky. Energized. Can be high-strung. Some are more reserved. Train firmly and early to prevent development of bad habits, as this breed tends to pick up bad habits quickly.

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with a large yard.

Irish 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 Irish Setter

Irish Setter Wiki

Where to buy a Irish Setter : A Directory and Review
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