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    Irish Setters

    Originally bred as working gundogs they must be among the most glamorous of dogs which means more often than not they are the focus of lots of attention
    Lifespan
    12-14 years
    Breed group
    Gun dog
    Weight
    Male: 25-32kg
    Female: 25-32kg
    Height
    Male: 55-67cm
    Female: 55-67cm
    Pedigree
    Yes
    Other names
    Red setter, Sotar rua, Irish red setter
    Breed Size
    Large
    Breed Type
    Gundog
    Health tests available
    BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme, DNA test - CLAD, DNA test - PRA (rcd1), BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme, DNA test - PRA (rcd4)
    Characteristics
    Exercise needs
    High
    Easy to train
    High
    Shedding
    Medium
    Grooming
    needs
    Medium
    Good with
    Children
    Suited to older children
    Health of breed
    High
    Cost to keep
    High
    Intelligence
    High
    Tolerates being alone
    Low anxiety

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