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• The English Setter is a sporting dog that was bred to hunt birds.

• Fast Facts

  1. Origin: England
  2. Lifespan: 10 to 12 years
  3. Height: 23 to 28 inches
  4. Weight: 45 to 80 pounds
  5. A crossbreeding of the Spanish Pointer, Water Spaniel and Spring Spaniel
  6. Bred by Sir Edward Laverack
  7. 1878: Registered with the American Kennel Club
  8. Related to the Irish Setter and Gordon Setter

• Temperament

  Playful, intelligent and energetic, the setter can be a stubborn and mischievous breed. It makes a good family dog that requires plenty of exercise.

• Build

  The English Setter has a squared muzzle, a deep chest, a long, lean neck and a streamlined body. Its fur is flat and feathers out on the ears, chest, back of the legs and on the tail. It is an athletic dog with strong legs and a long stride which allows for fast running.

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