Irish Red And White Setter Puppies

While known for their hunting abilities, Irish Red and White Setters also make affectionate family companions. They are extremely active, and can sometimes be too energetic to play with young children. Like the Irish Setter, Irish Red and White Setters can be stubborn, so training can be difficult. It helps to approach it like a fun game that they can engage in.

Irish Red and White Setters are healthy but can be susceptible to breed-specific health conditions. You should especially look for things like Hip Dysplasia, Von Willebrand's Disease, and Posterior Cataracts.

They are a highly energetic breed and should receive a minimum of an hour of exercise per day. They do best in very active families who love hiking and other outdoor activities. A fenced-in yard is important for them to get their energy out. If they don't get enough exercise they can become bored and very difficult to deal with.

The straight coat of the Irish Red and White Setter should be brushed weekly to eliminate knots. Their coat looks best in its natural state, so trimming and grooming to keep it neat and tidy.

Their coat sheds moderately throughout the year, even with regular grooming. They don't shed as much as some breeds, but you will have to regularly sweep and vacuum excess hair.

True to their name, the Irish Red and White Setter have a beautiful and silky red and white coat. They are powerful and solid, built to have the stamina to chase down birds and other hunting game. Their ears are feathered and hang low along their face, and their tail is also feathered.

Irish Red and White Setters have been used as hunting companions since the 1600s, and predate their cousin, the Irish Setter. Many breeders favored the Irish Setter because of its deep red coat, but it's gained popularity in recent years. These dogs became recognized by the AKC in 2009 and can be found in homes around the world.