A gentle yet high-spirited aristocrat who's friendly to people and courageous in the field.
Height: 22.5 to 26 inches at shoulder Weight: 50 to 70 pounds Coat: long and silky Life span: 10 to 14 years Breed Group: Sporting Dogs
The Red and White Irish Setter barely escaped extinction when most breeders began focusing on the all-red varieties. Now they're considered a separate breed from their Irish Setter cousins. As gundogs, they're slow to train but eventually become loyal and reliable hunters.
