Also known as: "Irish Red Setter", "Modder Rhu", "Red Setter", "Madra Rua"
Breed Overview
The Irish Setter is a Large dog breed, with a starting weight of 55 lbs that can reach 75 lbs. It is officially part of the Sporting group and recognized by the CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR. Some critical information for potential owners. The Irish Setter breed has a typical lifespan of 12 to 15 years, Long hair, and have Moderate shedding. Breeders interested in the Irish Setter should know that the average litter size is between 8 to 10 puppies.
Doggie Vitals
| Lifespan: 12-15 years |
Height: 24-28" |
Shedding: Moderate |
Litter Size: 8-10 pups |
| Group: Sporting |
Weight: 55-75 lbs |
Hair Length: Long |
Size: Large |
Irish Setter Breed Characteristics
| Group |
Sporting |
Drooler |
no |
| Size |
Large |
Guard Dog |
no |
| Origin |
Ireland |
Easy to Train |
|
| Kid Friendly |
yes |
Hypoallergenic |
no |
| Stranger Friendly |
yes |
Active Indoors |
|
| Apartment Friendly |
no |
Exercise Demands |
yes |
| Pet Friendly |
yes |
Yard Needs |
large |
| Intelligent |
|
Grooming Requirements |
weekly |
| Barks |
excessive |
Dangerous |
no |
Irish Setter Temperament
Lovable, energetic and sweet tempered, Irish Setters are excellent family dogs. Highly affectionate and intelligent, they are good with children. Irish Setters must be trained at an early age to prevent the development of bad habits. They are wonderful dogs and are considered a joy to own.
Health Problems
gastric torsion (bloat), epilepsy and Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Irish Setter Coat
Irish Setter Dog Colors
Mahogany or rich chestnut with no black
Recognized By
CKC, FCI, AKC, UKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, APRI, ACR