About the Gordon Setter

Height: 23-27 inches Weight: 45-80
lbs.
Life Span 10-12 yrs. Breed Group: Sporting Dogs
A loyal family dog that thrives on fresh country air
and lots of room in which to roam, the Gordon Setter is a natural
for field trials and other canine competitions. Originally developed
by the Duke of Gordon as a working setter in the early 19th century,
the Gordon is the only setter of Scottish ancestry.
Early Gordon Setters were also used to herd sheep
and point to feathered game. is ruggedly built dog who may have some
Collie blood in it's family tree was
very well suited to Scotland's treacherous highland terrain and
cool, wet weather.
The Gordon Setter has been a favorite breed among
sportsmen since it was first introduced to North America in 1842.
Over the past few decades, this dapper black and tan setter has
developed into a serious competitor in canine competitions, field
trials and dog shows.
Males measure 24 to 27 inches at the shoulder and
weigh up to 80 pounds. Females are smaller, measuring 23 to 26
inches at the shoulder.
The Gordon's sleek, shiny black coat with rich tan
markings should be brushed regularly with occasional trimming.
The Gordon Setter is a loving and very loveable dog
that makes a great addition to the family. |