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The Irish Setter, also referred to as the Red Setter, is an Irish breed. This breed was created by the crossing of setters, spaniels, and pointers that naturally had red and white coats. The characteristic chestnut red coat that we now associated with the breed didn’t appear until the 19th century. Today this breed is a favorite at dog shows, in the field, and in homes.

The Irish Setter stands between 25 and 27 inches tall and weighs between 60 and 70 pounds. They have a combination coat that is short and close on their heads and on their front legs, and long feathery hair on the rest of their body. The only color that is accepted for this breed today is the rich chestnut red color. However, you can occasionally Irish Setters with traces of black and white in their coat as well.

Affinity Irish Red & White Setters
Home of the most AKC titled IRWS in the USA with Conformation, Agility, Obedience, Rally and Hunting titles. Located in Southern California.
Breeding stock is CLAD free with OFA hips and elbows and eye checked. Original stock imported from Ireland and the UK.
Home of numerous Rare Breed Champions and FCI and Mexican Champions. Fourteen years in the breed.

Balgaire Irish Red & White Setters
All appropriate health checks for parents, foundations stock is all UK imports. Miscellaneous class as of June 27. Full recognition is scheduled for January 2009.
Lyn Paymer, Balgaire IRWS, 951-928-4446

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