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Sporting Group — Origin: England
English Setter
A large-sized sporting-group dog known for being gentle and friendly.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–36 kg
- Lifespan
- 11–15 yrs
Strength
10
Stamina
6
Trainability
8
Friendliness
8
At a mid-life age of 13 years, this breed is roughly
81.8 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Daily walks and yard play
- Fetch in short bursts
- Casual obedience games
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a mellow streak, this breed keeps its condition with moderate daily exertion.
Moderate exertion~92 min/day
Field note
Hailing from England, the English Setter has been recognized as part of the Sporting group for generations of purposeful breeding.