• Fact 2 - Description and Definition of Irish Setters: This breed of long haired dog was originally trained to set, or crouch, in front of game preventing the escape of the quarry. The hunter would make the capture with a net.
  • They are considered suitable as a family pet  
• Fact 3 - Size: The weight of Irish Setters range from 60 - 70 pounds
• Fact 4 - Size: The height ranges from 25 to 27 inches, up to the shoulder
• Fact 5 - Alternative Names of Irish Setters and Nicknames: Setter
• Fact 6 - Coat and colors of Irish Setters: The coat is normally moderately long and straight
• Fact 7 - Life of Irish Setters: the life expectancy of this breed of dog is between 12 - 14 years
• Fact 8 - The names of dog breeds are separated into different dog types which are referred to as Dog Groups. The name of the dog group for Irish Setters is the Sporting dog breed
• Fact 9 - After the first year of life, dogs are considered to be adults - they equivalent to 16 human years!
  • After 2 years, they are equivalent to a 24 year old
  • After 3 years, they are equivalent to a 30 year old
  • Every year after  add five human years to determine the equivalent age of the dog
• Fact 10 - Choosing Irish Setters as pets! The following considerations should be taken into account when choosing this particular breed of dog as a pet:
  • How much it will cost to feed and train the dog?
  • How much time will it take to groom the dog?
  • How much time will it take to exercise the dog on a daily basis?
  • Are Irish Setters suitable for children?
  • How much will it cost for vet bills, pet or dog health insurance, medication and vaccinations?
• Fact 11 - Every breed of dog is susceptible to certain health problems and illnesses. Irish Setters are prone to health problems and illnesses such as:
  • Hip Dysplasia (abnormal development of hip joints)
  • Epilepsy
  • Bloat
  • Skin Problems
• Fact 12 - Irish Setters were originally bred to help with various jobs and tasks such as:
  • - Helping hunters to catch quarry
• Fact 13 - Breeding Irish Setters for appearance was only introduced in the 19th Century
• Fact 14 - It is estimated that 85% of dogs visit a vet in a year
• Fact 15 - The average cost of owning a medium sized dog, over a 10 year period, is estimated as over $13,000! This provides a good idea of how much it costs to raise Irish Setters

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