Friendly, Mellow, Merry
English Setters are elegant but solid dogs of beauty and charm. The word “belton,” unique to the breed, describes the speckled coat patterns of colors that sound good enough to eat: liver, lemon, and orange among them. Under the showy coat is a well-balanced hunter standing about…
Energy
80%
Shedding
80%
Trainability
80%
Grooming
60%
Friendliness
80%
Coat Type
Silky coat
2-3 Times a Week Brushing
Breed Data
Known genetic concerns: deafness, hip problems
dog food
Best overall large breed food — consistent quality at a fair price…
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers — nothing else comes close…
beds
Best cooling bed — essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm cl…
health
Best DNA test overall — unmatched health screening depth…
training
Best GPS collar for active owners — 3-month battery is class-leading…
grooming
Best probiotic coat spray — supports skin microbiome health between ba…
Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.
Heavy shedder — brush 3-4× per week and deShed weekly to manage coat.
Brush 2-3× weekly to maintain coat condition and reduce shedding around the home.
FCI Group
Group 7 — Pointing Dogs
Section
Britse en Ierse pointers en setters
Status
recognized