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Gordon Setter
Gordon Setters are a medium sized member of the setter family , Thoroughbred Horses that includes the more common Irish and English Setters and the less-common Irish Red and White Setter. Whilst similar in look and purpose there are many distinctions that make each of the four setters physically and behaviourally unique.
Appearance
Gordon setters are black with tan features, in comparison to Irish Setters, which are red, and English Setters, which are white with speckles. Gordons have tan on their feet and lower legs, vents, and muzzles, two spots above the eyes and two tan spots on their chests. Some white is allowed on the chest but the smaller the better. Red Gordons, while uncommon, occasionally show up in litters due to the expression of a recessive red gene. Their coat , Fungal Fish Diseases is long and silky on chest, ears, , Doberman Pinscher - Dobermann stomach, and leg feathering, and slightly wavy. They are the heaviest of the setter breeds, , Collared Aracari with males reaching 27 inches at the withers. Rather than being built for speed, they move with determination and stamina.
Historically, Gordon Setters did not have the long, flowing coat , Dachshund as seen today. In the early 1800s, a Gordon Setter was not necessarily black and tan. Dogs , German Wirehaired Pointer from the Duke of Gordon kennel were found in black and tan, black and white, and black, white, and tan.
Temperament
Setters are said to be stupid or loopy. In reality, however, they are very intelligent , Ariel Toucan and independant, it is their bouncing gait that tends to portray them as silly combined fairly contemptuous attitude towards conventional dog , Thai Ridgeback obedience. Gordon Setters are intensely loyal to their owners but can take a few minutes to warm to strangers. They are excellent family dogs, , Dachshund laid-back and loving, though not recommended with small children as they can be boisterous.
They are usually quite passive and happy lying around sleeping all day. However, when out on a walk , Japanese Bobtail they are frisky and in the countryside seem to be able to run for hours. They require 60 to 80 minutes of exercise a day, though care must be taken not to over-exercise young dogs , Tibetan Mastiff - Do-Khyi (under 18 months) to avoid joint problems in later life.
Gordons in particular are sensitive but kindly, and need gentle , English Bulldog / British Bulldog but firm handling. Any nervous tendencies can be cured by early socialization, which is very important.
Health
This breed , Cornish Rex generally lives about 10 to 12 years and exhibits no major health problems.
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