Name English Setter
Other names Lawerack, Laverack, Llewellin (or Llewellyn) Setter
Origin United Kingdom
Breed Group Sporting (AKC:1884)Gun Dog (UKC)
Size Large
Type Purebred
Life span 10-12 years
Temperament Strong WilledMischievousGentleEnergeticIntelligentPeople-Oriented
Height Male: 24 - 27 inches (61 - 69 cm)Female: 23 - 26 inches (58 - 66 cm)
Weight Male: 55 - 80 pounds (25 - 36 kg)Female: 45 - 70 pounds (20 - 32 kg)
Colors Blue BeltonBlue Belton & Tan (Tri-Color)Lemon BeltonLiver BeltonOrange Belton
Litter Size 4-6 puppies

The English Setter is a medium-size breed of dog. It is part of the setter group, which includes the red Irish Setters, Irish Red and White Setters, and black-and-tan Gordon Setters. The mainly white body coat is of medium length with long silky fringes on the back of the legs, under the belly and on the tail.

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 3
Apartment Friendly 1
Barking Tendencies 4
Cat Friendly 4
Child Friendly 5 Good with Kids: - This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.
Dog Friendly 5
Exercise Needs 5
Health Issues- Prone to hip dysplasia. Be careful not to overfeed this breed, for they tend to gain weight easily. English Setter females are prone to false pregnancies. Prone to mast cell tumors.
Hypoallergenic: No
Intelligence 4
Playfulness 4
Stranger Friendly 5
Trainability- Training won't require too much attention and effort, though it won't be easier than other breeds. Expect results to come gradually.
Watchdog Ability 3