Irish Setter

Irish Setter

Weight

25-32 kg

Height

58-67 cm shoulder height

Lifespan

11-15 years

The Irish Setter is an exuberant, warm dog who enjoys life with everything he has. He is social, playful and never aggressive — but he is also distracted, puppy for a long time and has more energy than most people expect. His enthusiasm is infectious, his concentration is moderate.

Character & traits

Energy
5
Affection
5
Playfulness
5
Watchfulness
2
With children
5
With other dogs
5
With strangers
5
Trainability
3
For beginners
2
Shedding
2
Drooling
1

Practical

Exercise per day
2 to 3 hours
Max alone
4 hours
Garden needed
Yes
Apartment
Less suitable
Insurance
$55–$85/mo
Food
$65–$90/mo

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What Irish Setter owners typically need

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Food

Large breed food

Kibble for large dogs — supports joints and contains less fat.

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Accessories

Sturdy harness

High-energy dogs pull more. A good harness gives you control without pressure on the throat.

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Grooming

Nail clipper

Not much coat to brush, but nails keep growing. Clip them every 2-3 weeks.

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