Introduction

The English Setter, also known as the Lawerack or the Laverack, is a breed of dog in the Sporting Group. This beautiful and graceful breed is known for their agility, intelligence, and athletic feats, but they are also famous for their extremely sweet and gentle temperaments. The English Setter was recognized by the AKC in 1884 and AKC approved in 1986.

The average English Setter stands 24 to 25 inches high at the shoulders and weighs between 45 and 80 pounds (the females are smaller and lighter than the males). Their soft feathery coat is easy to care for with regular brushing, but their ears should be cleaned on a regular basis and frequently checked for any signs of infections.

English Setter - History and Health

The English Setter is one of the oldest gundog breeds, and they were developed in England in the 1600’s as superior birding and hunting dogs. While the exact ancestry of the English Setter is unknown, some of their known ancestry includes mixes of pointer breeds and hunting dogs.The average life expectancy of the English Setter is between 10 and 12 years, and while they are generally a healthy breed there are some increased health risks

English Setter - Temperament & Personality

The English Setter is a true family dog. Mild-mannered and sweet, the English Setter loves people of all ages and can be trusted around children. They have a knack for remembering things and people, often greeting someone they haven't seen in a long time as if they were old friends. English Setters are sociable creatures who crave the company of humans. They will want to be included in all family activities, are small enough to

English Setters - Appearance & Grooming

The AKC standard describes the English Setter as, “an elegant, substantial and symmetrical gun dog suggesting the ideal blend of strength, stamina, grace, and style.” They are slim, athletic dogs with a trademark speckled coat that comes in blue, lemon, organe or brown. English Setters have long heads and pronounced stop. Their muzzles are square, their eyes and nose are dark and their long, pendant ears have a soft tip. They sport feathering on the

English Setter - Pictures

The saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words”. Check out the many different English Setter Pictures and English Setter images. Get an in depth look at the English Setter and see the many things that this breed has to offer.