Irish Setter - Ultimate Upland Bird Dogs, pheasant and grouse hunting.

Neurologic Problems A genetically linked neurological condition that could occur in your Irish Setter causes a wobbly, drunken gait. This condition, known as wobbler disease or wobbler syndrome, happens because there is a narrowing of the vertebrae in the neck, which pinches the spinal cord and associated nerves.

The Irish Setter has a great, double-sided personality. While they are social and calm at home, they are also athletic and always ready to play when they have the option. This breed is a good choice for active owners or those with children.

Irish Setters can run about 30 mph. Irish Setters are known to be very active. Irish Setters are high energy dogs and their beautiful coats makes them very attractive, while their endurance is what makes them so active.

Irish Setters excel in canine sports such as hunting, agility, dock diving, rally, tracking, and flyball, and their sensitive nature makes them a natural as therapy and assistance dogs.

Bred for hunting, the Irish setter loves to run and needs considerable exercise. Irish setters are good-sized dogs, ranging from 25 to 27 inches in height and 60 to 70 pounds in weight. The Irish setter tends to have a high metabolism and may need more food than a similar sized dog of a less active breed.

Since Irish setters are so friendly, don't expect yours to be a guard dog. They welcome everyone and aren't at all aggressive. Irish setters are alert and intuitive and will get along well with most people and pets. Most importantly, they love being a part of the family.

Irish Setters are very friendly, affectionate dogs that get on well with both children and other pets, making them a fantastic choice as a new family member.

Since Irish setters are so friendly, don't expect yours to be a guard dog. They welcome everyone and aren't at all aggressive.

And talking of loudness… Setters are a pretty vocal breed. Along with the loud barking, many setters insist on joining in their humans' conversations too with their own setter form of 'talking'. Food and walkies usually feature pretty high on the conversation agenda…

Irish Setters were originally bred as ace hunting dogs in their namesake country, and today they continue to be popular sporting dogs. They also make excellent family dogs, beloved for their infectious joyfulness and friendly temperament.

Bred for hunting, the Irish setter loves to run and needs considerable exercise. Irish setters are good-sized dogs, ranging from 25 to 27 inches in height and 60 to 70 pounds in weight. The Irish setter tends to have a high metabolism and may need more food than a similar sized dog of a less active breed.