🦮 Large · Ireland
A lively Irish pointing dog with a red-and-white coat pattern, recognized as a separate breed that is generally more self-assured and work-driven than its solid-red relative.
The Irish Red and White Setter is friendly, playful and highly people-oriented, more energetic and less evenly tempered than the Irish Setter. It often stays playfully youthful well into old age.
As a bird-hunting pointer it has a strong urge to move and actively seeks game, which should be kept in mind during off-leash time. Without several hours of daily exercise it quickly becomes restless or boisterous indoors.
The silky coat needs regular brushing, especially on the ears, tail and legs, to prevent matting. After outings in the countryside, check the coat for ticks and grass awns.
Its high energy level and exercise needs call for active owners with experience handling gundogs.
Common conditions include hip dysplasia and eye problems, and occasionally hypothyroidism. Overall, the breed is considered robust and rarely plagued by serious hereditary diseases.
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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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