The Irish Red and White Setter is a medium-sized breed. Males typically weigh between 25 and 34 kg when fully grown, while females weigh 23 to 29 kg. With an average lifespan of 11 to 15 years, the Irish Red and White Setter is a moderately long-lived breed.
The Irish Red and White Setter is a well-balanced breed combining energy with a willing temperament. They are loyal to their families and can be protective without being aggressive. They are adaptable dogs that do well in active households where they can be included in daily activities. Consistent training and socialisation bring out the best in this breed.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs need at least 1-2 hours of daily exercise. They enjoy walks, runs, and interactive play sessions. Many excel in dog sports like agility and obedience. Mental stimulation through training and puzzle toys is equally important. Without adequate exercise, they may develop destructive habits or excessive barking.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs may be prone to hip dysplasia, allergies, ear infections, and eye conditions. Regular veterinary check-ups and maintaining a healthy weight help prevent many common issues. Discuss appropriate health screening tests with your vet. A balanced diet and regular exercise contribute significantly to long-term health.
Regular grooming helps keep Irish Red and White Setter dogs looking and feeling their best. Brush the coat 1-2 times per week to remove loose hair and distribute natural oils. Bathe as needed. Regular nail trimming, ear cleaning, and dental care round out the grooming routine. Grooming sessions are also a good opportunity to check for any health concerns.
Reverend Noble Huston of Ballynahinch returned from First World War chaplaincy service to find the Irish Red and White Setter nearly extinct, and began a careful breeding programme in the 1920s recording every litter in his parish register. The 20th-century revival was completed by Maureen Clarke (later Cuddy), who in 1940 nursed a sickly puppy back to health, named her Judith Cunningham of Knockalla, and bred her to one of Huston's surviving dogs. Virtually every living Irish Red and White Setter traces to Judith Cunningham, and Maureen's husband William Cuddy co-founded the Irish Red and White Setter Society in 1944 to secure the breed's future.
Irish Red and White Setter is a highly athletic breed needing substantial daily exercise and active owners. Excellent with children of all ages, this breed makes a wonderful family companion. It loves the company of other dogs and thrives in multi-pet households. Grooming needs are minimal with light shedding throughout the year. Moderately vocal, they may bark to alert or express themselves. Intelligent and responsive to training, they learn quickly and enjoy pleasing their owners. Outgoing and friendly towards strangers, they warm quickly to new people.
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A fully grown male Irish Red and White Setter weighs approximately 30 kg on average. Use Dogpanion's free size predictor to estimate your Irish Red and White Setter puppy's adult weight based on their current age and weight.
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