Dog breed
English Setter
Elegant and athletic gundog distinguished by its unique speckled (belton) coat, feathered markings, and graceful movement, known for gentle hunting instincts and friendly disposition
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Origin
- England
Profile
Important information
- Species / Genre
- Dog
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Temperament
- Friendly, gentle, affectionate, intelligent, energetic
- Origin
- England
- Breed group
- Sporting
- Weight
- 29–36 kg
- Height
- 64–69 cm
About
English Setter
Description
Elegant and athletic gundog distinguished by its unique speckled (belton) coat, feathered markings, and graceful movement, known for gentle hunting instincts and friendly disposition
History
Developed in England over 400 years ago from spaniel stock, refined in the 19th century by Edward Laverack and R. Purcell Llewellin to create a specialized bird dog for locating and setting game birds
Temperament
Personality traits
Friendly
gentle
affectionate
intelligent
energetic
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