Irish Red Setter — size comparison

The Irish Red Setter has a glossy chestnut coat, a long neck and a slender head. Silky hair forms feathering on the ears, legs, underside and tail. A deep chest and long limbs support light, ground-covering movement. Behind the elegant appearance is a resilient country dog capable of sustained activity.

The breed developed in Ireland to find and point birds. It descends from red-and-white setters and solid red dogs; the red type was already recognisable in the eighteenth century. The Irish Red Setter Club formed in 1882 and published a standard four years later. Both shows and trials demonstrating actual fieldwork remained important in its breeding history.

Setters generally greet people and new opportunities enthusiastically. They are curious, active and inclined to explore widely. While scenting, their attention may wander far from the handler, even though they readily seek closeness at home. Sensitivity accompanies exuberance; cheerful behaviour can be spontaneous and far from calm, especially in young dogs.

Measurement sources

• Wzorzec i wymiary rasy — FCI
• Orientacyjna masa — tabela AKC
• AKC — długość życia, pielęgnacja i historia