Breed Description

The English Setter is part of the Setter group and is traditionally a gun dog. It was bred for endurance and speed, its known for its long, flat and light coat which requires regular grooming. They have been described in alternative name ?Gentleman by Nature? as the name suggests, it is kind, loving, respectful and a pleasure to have in your life. The English Setter however also can be mischievous and strong minded, require a lot of attention and activity to keep their mind and bodies active. They are well suited to families that can stimulate them by giving challenges or activities to keep them occupied and out of trouble. As far as appearance is concerned the English Setter can be various speckled colours referred to as Belton, Blue Belton, Orange Belton, Lemon Belton of even Liver Belton. It is also possible for a Tri-Coloured Belton. The difference between a English Setter in and outdoors is immense, outdoors you will have a full of life, energetic dog that loves nothing more than to run and play, whereas indoors you will find you have a rather large but none the less lapdog that love a cuddle. Most English Setters are great with children, however, like most breeds this can differ with individual dogs. They are very willing to please and strive for masters praise, therefore if during training the dog is scolded for performing wrong the fear will be installed in them, resulting in the failure to attempt said trick again to avoid further disappointments.