“Even earlier than the arrival of the shotgun, while they had frequently caught birds with a net, puppies had been skilled to crouch when they pointed game. These “setters” had been the forerunners of today’s setters. The English Setter is the regarded oldest of this group, perhaps dating back to the fourteenth century. They had evolved to discover the game on the moors and then freeze until dispatched the game. The English Setter’s ancestors likely included the Spanish Pointer, Springer Spaniel, and huge Water Spaniel. The cultivation of the English Setter through concerted natural breeding was undertaken by Edward Laverack starting around 1825 and continuing for over 35 years. These puppies shaped the basis of all English Setters today.

Incidentally, the term Belton was coined by Laverack to explain the roan or ticked flecks of color and is derived from the metropolis of Belton, in which Laverack hunted. The most influential breeder, Purcell Llewellin, received his foundation stock from Laverack but based his breeding on-field capacity alone. Llewellin crossed his Laveracks with unrelated English Setters to provide such excellent field puppies that many had been imported to America. The Laverack and Llewellin setters diverged, with the Laverack inspiring the show setters and the Llewellin forming the foundation for the field setters. Both varieties have enjoyed a consistent reputation in USA.”

Temperement

Bred covers many areas while hunting; the English Setter is an energetic canine that likes to hunt and run. It is especially authentic for puppies from field strains. If not given enough exercise and training, they may be overly active inside. However, with everyday exertion, they’re calm and tractable house dogs. Those from conformation strains are especially laid back and mild and excel with children and less active adults. This amiable, easygoing breed generally gets along well with youngsters, strangers, and different puppies.

Upkeep

The English Setter requires lots of exercising each day, requiring at least an hour of tough exertion. The long coat desires normal brushing once in 2 or 3 days. The white coat can be difficult to maintain sparkling in some areas. Some clipping and trimming every month is beneficial for the best looks.

Health

“Major diagnosis: deafness, CHD, elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism
Minor diagnosis: PRA, OCD
Occasionally seen: epilepsy
Suggested tests: hearing, hip, elbow, (eye), thyroid
Life span: 10–12 years”

Disclaimer

Note: While the characteristics mentioned here may frequently represent this breed, dogs are individuals whose personalities and appearances will vary. Please consult the adoption organization for details on a specific pet.