General Appearance
An elegant, substantial and symmetrical gun dog suggesting the ideal blend of strength, stamina, grace, and style. Flat-coated with feathering of good length.
Owning
The English Setter requires considerable exercise therefore, it is better suited to ownership in the suburbs.The English Setter will be comfortable in the show ring, at home or in the bird field. All English Setters need some grooming and discipline.
Temperament
Gentle, affectionate, friendly, without shyness, fear or viciousness
Did You Know
English Setters were trained bird dogs in England more than 400 years ago. The first show for English Setters was held at Newcastle-On-Tyne on January 28, 1859. The English Setter is has retained its popularity since its introduction into the US., due to its usefulness and beauty.