Breed Group: Sporting
Temperament
Fearless, Alert, Loyal, Confident, Gay, Eager
Bred For
Find and point gamebirds
Weight
Metric: 20 – 36 kg
Imperial: 45 – 80 lbs
Height
Metric: 58 – 69 cm
Imperial: 23 – 27 inches
Life Span
10 – 12 years
Interesting Facts
- The Gordon Setter is a large and noble breed of dog.
- It originated in Scotland and was traditionally used for hunting game birds.
- This breed is known for its beautiful, glossy black coat with tan markings.
- Gordon Setters are highly intelligent and trainable dogs.
- They have a strong sense of smell, which makes them excellent scent detection dogs.