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🦮 Large · United Kingdom (England)

English Setter: Size, Weight & Temperament

An elegant British pointing dog with a silky, feathered coat, a gentle and sociable temperament, and a fine nose that needs a great deal of daily exercise and activity.

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English Setter dog breed portrait
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Weight male25–30 kg
Weight female20–27 kg
Shoulder height61–68 cm
Size classLarge (25–45 kg)
Fully grownat approx. 18 months
Life expectancy11–13 years
Activity levelVery high
OriginUnited Kingdom (England)
ClassificationFCI Group 7 (Pointing Dogs), Section 2.2, Standard No. 2

English Setter: temperament & character

Friendly, gentle, and sociable, with little territorial instinct. A pronounced hunting drive paired with an exceptionally fine nose.

How much exercise does a English Setter need?

Very high exercise needs with long daily activity. Field work or dog sports suit the breed's nature well.

English Setter: grooming & shedding

The silky, long coat, feathered on ears, legs, and tail, needs brushing several times a week to prevent matting, plus occasional trimming.

Is the English Setter suitable for beginners?

The friendly temperament makes handling easier, but the very high activity requirement means the breed only suits active owners with plenty of time.

English Setter health problems

Gastric torsion and hip dysplasia occur, and some lines also show deafness and hypothyroidism.

Is a English Setter right for you?

With childrenYes
SheddingModerate
Grooming effortHigh
BarkingLittle
Home aloneWith reservations
Other petsWith reservations
TrainabilityModerate

The English Setter sheds moderately and is only conditionally suitable for allergy sufferers. What matters is a contact test of several hours before getting one — not the amount of coat. The trigger, Can f 1, sits in saliva and dander.

Good with: active families, hunting dog handlers, dog sports

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This information is for general guidance and does not replace veterinary or breeder advice. Temperament and health vary individually within every breed.

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