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Gordon Setter
Large Breed
Gordon Setters are stylish dogs with slender physiques and beautiful coats. Dignified, intelligent, alert and very able, Gordon Setters are capable watchdogs and guarding dogs.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Male 29.5kg / 65lbs;
Female 25.5kg / 56lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Male 66cm / 26in;
Female 62cm / 24.5in (standards may vary)
Coat
Feathered coat
Markings
Black and tan. Two clear, tan spots over eyes, tan on sides of muzzle, tan markings on throat and two large clear spots on the chest. Tan on inside of hind legs and thighs, and on forelegs up to elbows. Small white spot on the chest is permissible.
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Distinguished for their loyalty, obedience, cheerfulness, affection and devotion to the family, Gordon Setters make excellent companions and family dogs.
Temperament
Gordon Setters are an intelligent and very able breed, fearless and willing yet polite, gentle and sensible. The Gordon Setter is highly devoted to his family. With a kindly disposition, he is friendly and affectionate.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Gordon Setters are magnificent large breed dogs of a robust structure, with beautiful, feathered coats.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children
- Extremely versatile and intelligent
- Excels as a guardian and watchdog
- Adapts well to most climates
- Strong minded, yet very trainable
- Good for novice owners
- Regular grooming needed
- Skilled trimming or stripping is required
- Requires sufficient physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia, eye diseases such as progressive retinal atrophy and cataracts, and bloating