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breed group:
sporting
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breed size:
large (61-100 lbs.)
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other traits:
requires lots of grooming, tendency to chew, cold weather tolerant, strong loyalty tendencies, good hiking companion
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colors:
red
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patterns:
bicolor
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coat length/texture:
long
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temperament:
friendly, outgoing, playful
Red Irish setters are some of the best family dogs around. Famously well-tempered, Irish setters make great, loyal companions for adults, while being gentle and energetic enough to be excellent playmates for children, too.