Human orientation
High score for people-orientation: The English Setter breed usually has a close bond with its owner. Individual dogs may vary.
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English Setter
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History of the English Setter breed
Origin: Great Britain
The ancestors of the breed date back to the 14th century, and the modern type was formed in the 19th century by British breeders Edward Laverack and Richard Purvis Llewellyn. The AKC recognized the breed in 1878. Over time, exhibition and working lines, differing in structure and temperament, emerged.
The English Setter is an elegant, long-haired dog known for its gentle nature. Friendly and gentle with people and other dogs, but needs daily running, scent work and regular grooming. Suitable for a family that is ready to walk a lot.
SizeBig
OriginGreat Britain
Life is nearby
Suitable for a family with a spacious house and daily long walks. The dog is very people-oriented and does not like solitude. Without movement and attention, it can become nervous or destructive. Long hair takes time, so owners should take this into account.
Walks
A healthy adult dog needs daily intense exercise: running, long walks, sniffing games. Safe free running is possible only in a fenced area, because the setter easily leaves by scent. The load of puppies and elderly dogs is adjusted with the veterinarian.
Training
Eager to learn, but sensitive to a harsh tone. Soft methods, short classes and treats work. Calling is practiced from puppyhood, because smell is easily distracting. Young dogs mature slowly, so patience will be needed.
Care
The long hair is combed once or twice a week, and sometimes more often, so that there are no mats on the ears, chest and paws. Elongated wool is trimmed if necessary. Bathing approximately monthly, ears regularly cleaned, claws trimmed and teeth groomed.
Children
Usually gentle and patient with children, but a large energetic dog can knock a child off its feet. The contact takes place under the supervision of an adult, and the dog is given a separate resting place.
Other animals
Friendly to other dogs and usually lives peacefully next to them. Small animals are evaluated separately, and acquaintance is carried out gradually. Early socialization helps.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
The trainability of the "English Setter" breed is high with a consistent approach: short lessons, treats and patience give results, pressure slows it down.
Zooaggression
Contact with other dogs is usually good. The attitude towards small animals is evaluated separately, and early socialization is important.
Health and reproductive risks
In the British cohort, the median lifespan of the breed was 13.1 years. Among the described birth risks: dysplasia of the hip joints, bloat or twisting of the stomach, hearing impairment. The examination of the parents is confirmed with the veterinarian.
Ease of care
Average rating: Long coat is combed several times a week, and ears and coat need attention after walks.
Health
Hip dysplasia
Hip dysplasia is mentioned as a possible risk. The breeder is asked for the results of the evaluation of the parents' hips, and the need for examinations is determined by the veterinarian.
Bloating or twisting of the stomach
Stomach bloating or twisting is an emergency for large, deep-chested dogs. Know the signs: unsuccessful attempts to vomit, distended stomach, restlessness; in this case, go to the vet immediately.
Hearing impairment
Hearing impairment, particularly congenital deafness, is mentioned as a possible risk. The BAER test helps detect the problem in the puppy, so ask the breeder for the results.
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