Crystal , MN 55428
Last Updated:
5/31/2019 6:37 AM
5/31/2019 6:37 AM
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Irish Red and White Setter
A gentle yet high-spirited aristocrat who's friendly to people and courageous in the field.
Height: 22.5 to 26 inches at shoulder
Weight: 50 to 70 pounds Coat: long and silky Life span: 10 to 14 years Breed Group: Sporting Dogs The Red and White Irish Setter barely escaped extinction when most breeders began focusing on the all-red varieties. Now they're considered a separate breed from their Irish Setter cousins. As gundogs, they're slow to train but eventually become loyal and reliable hunters.
Irish Red and White Setter profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Cold tolerance
Dog friendly
Ease at being home alone
Ease of training
Friendly toward strangers
Intelligence
Need for exercise
Playfulness
Predatory tendencies
Vigor
Potential for weight gain
Sensitivity
Easy to groom
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