Irish Setter

Ease of Training
Shedding
Watchdog
Guard Dog
Popularity
Size

History

• He originated in Ireland in the 19th century
• He was used as a bird hunting dog

Personality and Behavior

• He's a high energy dog
• He's stable, outgoing, friendly and affectionate
• He thrives on your love and companionship
• He's a people-dog and wants to be around you all the time
• He enthusiastically greets strangers
• He's excellent with kids
• He's good with other dogs and pets
• He might sometimes pretend he's deaf when you call him
• If he's bored he can become destructive

Training

• He's easy to train because he learns commands at an above average rate.

Shedding

• He sheds quite a bit of hair. You'll find some hair stuck to your clothes, couch and carpets.

Grooming / Maintenance

• His medium-length coat only needs to be brushed occasionally. However, because it sheds you may find yourself brushing it once a week, or more, to minimize the hair in your home (what you remove with a brush doesn't end up on the couch!).

Other varieties

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