ENGLISH SETTER

This breed is, without a question, one of the most valued in the hunting world. It was already known in 1570, as proved in a document signed by an expert in that time, Dr. Caius, who describes it in detail. In England, its native country, its morphology was defined an documented in 1872, which has kept the same in its current standard, from which can be inferred that its purity has remained as time has gone by. Besides its synergetic ability, the English setter has gained a preference place as a company dog, waking great interest and appreciation in almost every country in the world.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the ENGLISH SETTER
It is a beautiful dog, standing at about 60 cm in average, a strong and muscular body, with wide hindquarters, erect head, low ears, drooping over the cheeks and bright eyes with a tender expression. The fur is long, silky and shiny, it comes in different colors, the most common being uniform black, white and cream and a spattered combination of those colors, besides reddish, orange and yellow.

Even if the setter has not been trained for hunting, it tends to locate possible preys instinctively.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the ENGLISH SETTER
It is kind and affectionate towards people, even to strangers who show some interest, loyal to the last consequences with the adopting family, especially towards the most direct master. It adapts perfectly to life inside the house, where it behaves peacefully and tame, in the exterior it behaves more agitated and nervous due to its need to run freely, which forces to walk it on a leash. The education must be disciplined and constant: the dog accepts it perfectly and learns quickly.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a ENGLISH SETTER
It needs frequent brushing and trimming, when necessary, of the fur around the neck, head and legs, as well as periodical ear cleaning. Exercise is essential to keep this breed in shape.

Besides being good hunters, especially of feathered animals, they are excellent partners for children and great company dogs.