The English Setter is a medium-size breed of dog. It is part of the setter group, which includes the red Irish Setters, Irish Red and White Setters, and black-and-tan Gordon Setters. The mainly white coat has long silky fringes on the back of the legs, under the belly and on the tail. The coat features flecks of colour, and the different colour varieties are referred to as 'belton'.
The English Setter originated in England and was developed for the purpose of bird hunting in fields and woodlands.
English Setters are known for their friendly and gentle nature, making them excellent family companions. They are skilled hunting dogs, particularly for bird hunting, due to their excellent scenting ability and stamina. The breed's distinctive coat requires regular grooming to prevent matting and tangling. They are also known for their striking 'belton' color pattern, which can include blue, orange, liver, lemon, or tricolor flecks.
An English Setter puppy when the colour markings on the body are not yet fully developed
An English Setter in action, pursuing a bird.
Ch Mallwyd Sirdar, an English Setter from the Laverack bloodline. He was said to be admired by both fanciers and shooting men.
Rodfield's Pride, an English Setter from the Llewellin bloodline. He won several stakes in the autumn of 1902.
"Countess" the first gundog Dual Champion. She was bred by Laverack and owned/handled by Llewellin.
An eighteen month old female
Trainability
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