Gordon Setter

About the breed

Gordon Setter is a breed with a distinctive temperament, appearance and care routine. It suits owners who consider its activity level, size and everyday needs in advance.

Breed history

The Gordon Setter developed as a bird-hunting gundog and is linked with British shooting tradition. Its name became associated with the Duke of Gordon.

Appearance and features

A strong, elegant setter with a long black-and-tan coat, solid body and free movement.

Temperament

The Gordon Setter is intelligent, energetic, hardy and devoted. It enjoys working with people and needs an active lifestyle.

Training

It trains well when work has purpose and movement. Recall, steadiness, socialization and hunting-drive management are important.

Care and lifestyle

The long coat needs brushing, especially ears, tail and feathering. Long walks, activity and ear care are needed.

Health

Joints, eyes, thyroid, ears and the risk of bloat in large active dogs should be monitored.

Best suited for

Best suited for owners who are ready to give the dog time, routine, training and preventive care.

Temperament and behavior

The Gordon Setter is intelligent, energetic, hardy and devoted. It enjoys working with people and needs an active lifestyle.

Stable behaviour depends on early socialization, clear household rules and regular contact with the owner.

Care and keeping

The long coat needs brushing, especially ears, tail and feathering. Long walks, activity and ear care are needed.

Daily routine

Regular walks, coat care, weight control and checks of ears, eyes, teeth and nails are useful.