The Irish Setter
The Irish Setter has long been known for its beautiful, sleek red coat. Their dominant head makes people looks twice, and their confidence is simply unmistakable. They possess an almost clown-like personality that will capture your heart. The Irish Setter was originally bred as a red and white colored breed, however once introduced in Ireland in the 19th century their stunning mahogany hair began to appear.
While this breed is a staple of all dog shows and captivates the eyes and hearts of people all over the world, it is rarely understood that Irish Setters are a very well bred hunting dog as well. Their energy and intelligence makes them a vision of perfection in a bird hunters eyes. Added in with their loving personality and beauty, it’s no wonder why Irish Setters are so highly thought of.
The Irish Setter originally began to make a name for itself in the 18th century all throughout Britain and the British Isles. This remarkable breed has some of the best breeding that has ever been known to the hunting world. The Irish Setter is a combination of Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Terrier, English Setter, Spaniel, Pointer, as well as a bit of Gordon Setter. They were originally introduced as a dog to help “set” the game, but quickly became adapted to gun fire.
They also developed the ability to point and flush and catch any birds. The Irish Setter is a breed that truly sits above the rest. Their extreme beauty, elegance, intelligence, and unbelievable hunting abilities make this dog a top pick for hunters all over the world.
