English Setter (or Setter Anglais, Setter Laverack)

An elegant and ultra-social dog, perfect for nature lovers and dynamic activities.

🏞 History

The English Setter has unclear origins, but it is believed to descend from Spanish pointing dogs introduced to England in the Middle Ages. The breed was refined in the 19th century by Edward Laverack, who created an exceptional pointing dog that was both aesthetic and high-performing.

Today, the English Setter is known as one of the best pointing dogs while also being an excellent companion for families. Gentle, affectionate, and intelligent, it gets along well with both children and adults. Its health is robust, and its training is relatively simple for a patient owner.

🐕 Breed Profile

The English Setter is a medium-sized dog with an elegant appearance and a unique speckled coat. Energetic and playful, it loves being surrounded by its family and easily engages in sports activities or moments of relaxation. It excels in hunting due to its flair and focus, but it also proves to be a loyal and affectionate family companion.

🔍 In Brief

• Hypoallergenic: No

• Weight: 55-66 lbs

• Height: 25-27 inches (males), 24-26 inches (females)

• Life Expectancy: 10-14 years

• Physical Activity Needs: 2 to 3 hours per day

❤️ Personality and Compatibility

• Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Protective: ⭐☆☆☆☆

• Player: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Vocalizations (barking): ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Calm: ⭐⭐☆☆☆

• Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Independent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

Compatibility:

• Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (gentle and playful, perfect for families)

• Animals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (good cohabitation after socialization)

• Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (very sociable)

• Apartment: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (not suitable, prefers large spaces)

Ideal for active families who love walks, sports activities, and nature. Although it prefers a rural environment, it can adapt to the city if its need for activity is met.

🛠 Hygiene and care

• Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

💰 Budget

• Purchase price: 1000-1500 €

• Average annual cost: 1200-1250 € (food, veterinary care, accessories)

🌟 In summary

The English Setter is an elegant and endearing dog, perfect for dynamic families or hunting enthusiasts. With its boundless energy and great sociability, it loves to share moments of closeness with its loved ones. However, this dog needs a lot of exercise and stimulation to thrive fully. If you are looking for a loyal and fun companion for your outdoor adventures, the English Setter is a perfect choice. 🐶