Medium breed Active energy Silky coat Sporting Group

Irish Red and White Setter

Courageous, Spirited, Determined

Sportsmen thrill at the sight of a noble Red and White frozen on point, motionless as a statue. These medium-to-large bird dogs are powerful, solid, and sinewy, with enough stamina and bird sense to get the job done any day of the week and twice on Sunday. The stunning coatโ€”vividโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 35โ€“60 lbs ๐Ÿ“ 22.5โ€“26" ๐ŸŽ‚ 11โ€“15 years

Traits

Irish Red and White Setter Characteristics

Energy

100%

Shedding

0%

Trainability

80%

Grooming

40%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

Silky coat Weekly Brushing

Owner resources

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Care basics

Irish Red and White Setter Care Tips

Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily โ€” fetch, agility, or long hikes.

Owner fit

Who the Irish Red and White Setter Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners โ€” higher owner difficulty rating of 7/10.

  • Urban-friendly: adapts well to apartment or townhouse living when daily exercise is consistent.

  • Naturally energetic and protective, this breed fits best with early socialization and clear routines.

  • Working heritage means structured activity matters โ€” under-stimulation can lead to problem behaviors.

Before you choose

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 7 โ€” Pointing Dogs
Section Britse en Ierse pointers en setters
Status Recognized

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