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Irish Red and White Setter Champions
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Pronunciation:
Irish Red and White Setter
Breed Description:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog is strong and powerful, without lumber – athletic rather than racy. The head is broad in proportion to body, with good stop. Skull domed without occipital protuberance as in Irish Red Setters, fairly square, clean muzzle. The eyes are hazel or dark brown, round, slight prominence and without haw. The ears are set level with the eyes and well back, lying close to head. The jaw is strong with a perfect regular scissor bite, ie Upper teeth closely overlapping lower teeth and set square to the jaws. The neck of the Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog is moderately long, very muscular, but not too thick, slightly arched free from throatiness. The shoulders are well laid back. Elbows free, turning neither in nor out. Strong, oval bone well muscled, sinewy, pasterns slightly sloping. The body is strong and muscular, deep chest and well sprung ribs. Back and quarters very muscular and powerful. Bone strong, well built up with muscle and sinew. The hindquarters are wide and powerful. Legs from hip to hock long and muscular from hock to heel short and strong. Stifle well bent, hocks well let down turning neither in nor out. The feet are close-knit, well feathered between toes. The tail is strong at the root, tapering to fine point, with no appearance of ropiness, not reaching below hock. Well feathered, carried level with back or below in lively manner. The coat is finely textured with good feathering. Slight wave permissible but never curly. Coat colors are clearly parti-colored, ie base color white, solid red patches. Mottling or flecking but not roaning permitted around face and feet and up foreleg to elbow and up the hind leg to the hock.
Temperament:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog is energetic, intelligent, affectionate, high-spirited, and full of energy. They have no guarding instincts, get along with other animals, and are good with children. Irish Red and White Setters are responsive yet sensitive. Without proper daily exercise, this breed can be giddy and high strung. It is very lovable and impulsive. With an owner who is on the passive side, they can become difficult to train, but given firm handling, proper canine communication, and plenty of exercise, these dogs can be a joy to own. Irish Red and White Setters are extremely swift, with an excellent sense of smell and are hardy over any terrain and in any climate. The Irish Red and White Setter is used for all types of hunting. It even works well on wetlands. Train this breed firmly at an early age to prevent development of bad habits, as this breed tends to pick up bad habits quickly, especially if they sense the humans around them do not possess a natural authority over them. It is important to train for good house manners. These dogs are said to be easily housebroken. Both field lines and show lines make good pets, though the field lines are generally smaller with shorter coats and a much higher activity requirement.
Height:
22 to 26 inches
Weight:
50 to 75 pounds
Health Problems:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog is susceptible to PPC (Posterior Polar Cataract), a relatively minor form of cataract that doesn't normally lead to blindness. Breeding stock should have their eyes checked and certified before breeding.
Living Conditions:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog is not recommended for apartment life and does best with a large yard. He is best suited to country rather than city life, as he has a high activity requirement and needs a lot of exercise.
Exercise:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog needs a daily long, brisk walk or he will become restless and difficult to manage. Do not allow the dog to walk in front of the person holding the lead. The dog must be made to heel beside or behind the human, as in the dog's mind, the leader goes first and that leader must be the human. In addition, they will also enjoy running free in the safety of a fenced yard.
Life Expectancy:
11 to 13 years
Grooming:
The Irish Red and White Setter breed of dog requires daily brushing and combing of his soft, flat, medium-length coat to keep it in excellent condition. Keep it free from burrs and tangles, and give a little extra care when the dog is molting. Bathe and dry shampoo only when necessary. This breed is an average shedder.
Origin:
Original Irish Setters were parti-colored, red and white. The solid red Irish Setters were rare. In about 1850 the red Irish Setter began to gain popularity. The parti-colored setter started its slow decline. The Red and White Irish Setter breed of dog became nearly extinct except for the few enthusiasts who kept the breed alive. In the early 1940's an attempt was made at the revival of the breed and it is from here that present owners can trace their pedigrees. In 1944, the Irish Red and White Club was formed. In 1984, the National Irish Red and White Setter Club of America, Inc. was formed. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
