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Rescue dogs are available across the country. The Rescue effort is set up with volunteers and foster homes in each state, each case coordinated through Rescue’s Regional Rescue Coordinators. Dogs may be housed in a temporary foster home, remain with its original owner or live in a shelter while Rescue works to find a new home for the dog.
We strive to help with every request to help Irish, Gordon, and Irish Red & White Setters we receive! To help us help you better, please have the following items available when you contact us: Pictures of the dog - Pedigree (if available) - Vet records Registration papers (if available) Owner surrenders will need to complete an Owner Release.
- Irish Setter Basics
- Irish Setter Appearance
- Irish Setter Temperament
- Irish Setter Health
- Adopting An Irish Setter
Where are Irish Setters from?
Irish Setters hail from Ireland. While they used to be red and white, by the 1800s they were mostly solid-colored red. The exact cross-breeding is now known, but they are thought to have been derived from Spanish spaniels, Pointers, and Irish Water Spaniels.
How many types of Irish Setters are there?
There are four breeds of Setter: Irish Setters, Irish Red-and-White Setters, English Setters, and Gordon Setters.
Which breeds mix with Irish Setters?
1. Golden Irish (Golden Retriever + Irish Setter) 2. Irish Doodle (Irish Setter + Poodle)
Irish Setter size
Irish Setters are large dogs, most weighing 55-70 lbs and standing around 25-27 inches tall.
What colors do Irish Setters come in?
Irish Setters are always a red or chestnut color.
How much do Irish Setters shed?
Irish Setters are moderate shedders - nothing that a regular brushing can't soothe!
How much do Irish Setters bark?
Irish Setters are boisterous dogs who love human companionship, and will resort to barking if left alone too long. As with any dog, they can be discouraged from barking as frequently with proper training and exercise.
Are Irish Setters good with kids?
Like all bigger dogs, Irish Setters need to be trained to behave gently with children, and vice-versa. They are large, exuberant dogs who can be a bit too rambunctious for small children, though they make wonderful playmates to active, older kids. As with any breed, it is recommended that your child is always supervised when interacting with your Irish Setter to keep both the child and dog safe.
Are Irish Setters good family dogs?
Irish Setters are friendly extroverts. Irish Setters need plenty of exercise, as this is an active, energetic, muscular breed. They make wonderful family companions.
Do Irish Setters have a lot of health problems?
Irish Setters are in general a healthy, sturdy breed with a longer-than-average lifespan.
What diseases are Irish Setters prone to?
1. Hip and/or Elbow Dysplasia: Hip and elbow dysplasia are two of the most common skeletal diseases seen in dogs. They are similar diseases in which either the hip or elbow joint has grown abnormally or is misshapen. The abnormal shape prevents the joints and sockets from adequately meeting one another, resulting in rubbing and grinding instead of sliding smoothly. Though the main complication with hip dysplasia is joint instability, the abnormalities present in elbow dysplasia often result i...
How much does an Irish Setter cost?
You can adopt an Irish Setter at a much lower cost than buying one from a breeder. The cost to adopt an Irish Setter is around $300 in order to cover the expenses of caring for the dog before adoption. In contrast, buying Irish Setters from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $700-$3,500.
Where can I adopt an Irish Setter?
The easiest way to adopt an Irish Setter would be through a rescue that specializes in Irish Setters. A great place to start would be by starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Irish Setters in your area.
Available Dogs for Rescue | Irish Setter Rescue and Rehome. Please contact a member of the committee regarding current availability of dogs requiring re-homing.
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Irish Setters available for adoption and rescue stories Irish Setter National rescue parades, Lancaster, PA, 2009, 2001 and Jacksonville, FL, June 1999 Brandy and Rocky and Patrick's Christmas
Dogs adopted from Independent Setter Rescue & Rehome come with 5 Weeks Free pet insurance – whatever their age! Freddie/AVAILABLE. Freddie is a male Irish Setter of 15 months. He is from the working side of the breed .Intelligent and quick to learn he needs an experienced home with activity at it's heart.
