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Irish Setter

Irish Setter Puppy Reviews

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Kyle Ierley

The Irish Setter is an amazing, affection, loyal, and overall fantastic breed for an active family. They require atleast sixty minutes of hard activity a day which may seem daunting to the person who isn't used to running their dog in such fashion. However, the reward is high because Irish Setters are amazing family dogs that quickly steal your heart.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Marvin

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Debbie Lawton

We had a Irish setter who died at 14 from bone cancer. Woukd love to have another one. Miss him so much. Very social with kids and adults. Very cuddling with us and our other dog. We miss him so very much. Hsve a fenced in yard.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Melissa

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Dwight Martin

Sandy and I bought two Irish Setter puppies when we were first married in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Male & female from the same litter, Chris & Creedence. Two of the most precious dogs of our lifetime. That was many years ago. We have talked many times about getting another Irish Setter puppy someday. We moved back to Kentucky after my discharge from the Air Force. Now living out Tates Creek Rd. from Lexington. I was born and raised here, Sandy is from Michigan. We are both now retired from Fayette County Public Schools.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by georgia Aikman

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Eileen

I have 3 Irish Setters currently. All are high energy and yet they nap so deeply that I can almost trip over them and they don't wake up. They're too friendly to be guard dogs but they're the best companions! loyal, affectionate, and not aggressive with my young daughter who pulls their ears and rides them like ponies. They're happiest outside chasing birds and rabbits. very easily trained to respect the wireless fence around our 1 and a half acre property. everyone loves them, so gorgeous!

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Irish Setter Breed Review by James Bixler

I've had both male and female! And so much loved them both. I love the breed! So bright and fun loving. Mine were socialized and loved every one. I am looking for that exceptional dog. A show dog. A hunter. A lovable companion. And a mind of it's own! I bond with my animals! I let them be dogs , free, happy and nose to the ground. Not saying an untrained dog. But looking for a companion who can use the nose and eyes , and understand rules . And look back as though asking for permission. This dog would be my loyal companion, love people and children! And naturally loves to have fun. I am looking for a pedigree free without genetic faults. And I will go through the paper work, and research.Both my wife and I outside people, and love to camp. And also love to romp till both the dog and myself are completely exhausted and will curl up beside me, or on me to recover and bond. I know this breed very well and for me easy to train. You see I have had two previously and both passed on due to old age. It has taken years for me to decide it was time for another. I am actively disabled now but still extremely active , I spent too many years running mainframes and transferring and sorting trans actions for banks and the federal reserve. All night work, and caused some issues in my brain and get exhausted easily from the lack of sleep after all the years as a supervisor and delving into complex problems you could never imagine. So without a thought doctors gave me a complete disability. Another reason I need a companion at my side.So, can you tell me about your love for setters and commitment to the breed, I am looking for a show quality dog , I'd love to have my grandkids get interest in showing a dog.I would love to hear from you and get to know you. And take a look at blood lines and breeding practices.I am Sincer in my correspondence. And looking forward to hearing from you.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Wendy Thomson

I have had a half dozen Irish Setters over the decades and currently have two. They are fantastic dogs. The best. They are smart and goofy and playful and loyal... loving and sweet. They will get into mischief if they don't have lots of exercise, and they have minds of their own. That being said, I have found them very easy to train. They do better in suburban and rural settings - leashed walks don't cut it - these dogs need to run. They are poetry in motion and simply gorgeous.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Vernon Mummert

I owned a setter back in the 80’s-90’s

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Joyce Gordon

I had a gorgeous red and white Irish Setter for 11years and I adored her. I called her Candy Cane because of the red and white. I put her to rest on March 25, 2020 and because of the Covid 19 closures I was unable to be with her at the time of her last breathe. I miss her terribly and would like to adopt another Irish Setter.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Pamela Tucker

I have owned 5 Irish. I loved every one. They are characters, loaded with personality. They are very social,,loyal , affectionate— great with all sized children. Sadly, they only live for an avg of 12 yrs. lots of energy!

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Tommy Manesis

For. Training. To. Hunt

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Irish Setter Breed Review by ROBERT SISCO

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Diana Hodgins

W e have had three Irish Setters over the last 29 years. Our first setter was a rescue dog who was about 5 years of age. Our second had been in a car accident and came to live with us when he was three and then Corrigan joined our family as a puppy and is now in his ninth year. An Irish is everything anyone would want in a pet. They adore children, are fun loving and are great to come home to. They are very kind and generous with their affection while at the same time very protective of their family including the cat and the mailman (No !). We have loved our Irish Setters just as much as they have loved us and feel very privileged to have had them in our home over the years.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Virginia Mcquaid

Very intelligent, they have an instinct for danger and an instinct for unscrupulous people and will protect children or its owner. Great bird hunters. Great temperament and very loyal. Dog friendly unless another dog is aggressive towards children or owner. If you own and love an Irish Setter,this breed will lay down its life for you. Very easy to train, yes I have owned an Irish Setter and wish I was young so I could own another one. They need to run.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Randy Laugherty

There are great dogs

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Irish Setter Breed Review by susan conlow

wonderful loving loyal friend. had for 16 years. am looking to get one again. beautiful animal

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Annette DeClerk

343 North Illinois Street

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Irish Setter Breed Review by patricia naddeo

Yes, I have owned two, one my ex - husband's brother won in a card game... and we took her, when she died my ex-husband brought me a male Irish Setter, who was stolen during hunting season... miss them both. Patti

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Irish Setter Breed Review by meredith

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Heath

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Bernie Carr

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Bernie Carr

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Bob Curran

I recently lost my best friend and constant companion of the last 10 years. Her name was Ladybird,and i can only describe her as extremely intelligent,a bit silly,and very loyal. This dog, simply put touched the hearts of everyone who came in contact with her,at this time she is sadly missed,but will never be forgotten. My rating for her is way above your normal 5 star.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Linda Harten

821 E Brighton Ave, 204

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Scott Simon

Great dog. Bought an Irish Setter at 1.5 years old and had him for 10 years.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Lynne Farrar

Best dogs ever, I have owned 2 and would love to find another reasonably close to my area

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Katie Kalpin

I am on my second Irish Setter. This is an amazingly sweet breed and great at hunting. They are fun and oh so loving. Most dogs are loving but the Irish Setter takes it to the next level. Hyper puppies. But once past that..Amazing.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Laurene Kasper

I have been owned by Irish Setters for about 45 years! Highly intelligent, intuitive and my best buddy(ies). However, they are dumber than a doornail until they are 3. It has always seemed that the day they turn 3, the light goes on and they instantly remember all the things you had been trying to teach them. Especially not to run into that wall again! lol

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Irish Setter Breed Review by Dianna Sullivan

Our Irish, Grady, had the sweetest disposition and was so loving. He loved to hunt birds with my husband. I want another one. He was a perfect companion.

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Irish Setter Breed Review by SallyJohnson

my irishsetter timber is AWESOME with 8 and 2 year old

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Irish Setter Breed Review by phil rebman

Most dedicated loyal friend. Kind with children. Sensitive noble and so beautiful. I had a three females.One named Apple. Red nose and dainty.as could be. Aurora was the next one. Beautiful puppy I had to give up when transverring from Germant to states. Went out and bought another Apple. I love them.

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The Irish Setter is a unique and beautiful dog. This breed was developed in Ireland in the 1700’s from a combination of Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Terrier, English Setter, Pointer, and Gordon Setter. The Irish Setter is considered a bird dog, used for finding, pointing, and retrieving birds. They have a particular way of doing this called “quartering”, where they run in a zig-zag pattern in front of the hunter in order to find the scent of the birds. This dog makes a great family pet, as they are very affectionate, loving, and devoted to their owner and family. They were recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878. An interesting fact about this breed, at one time, the Irish Setter had a red and white coat, but was selectively bred to produce the mahogany coat they are recognized by today.

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