The Gordon Setter is a member of the Setter family, and Setter breeds are either in the Sporting or Gundog group. They were initially bred to hunt gamebirds. Gordon Setters are also known as ”black and tans” for their coal-black coat with chestnut or mahogany markings on their paws and lower legs, vents, throats, and muzzles. The coat is straight or slightly waved but not curly. They are known to be loyal and affectionate to their owners, alert, and confident. Puppies and adult dogs can be boisterous, and may not be the best for households with young children.
Gordon Setters have a withers height between 23"-27" (58-69 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-80 lb (20-36 kg). The Gordon Setter has an overall body length of roughly 35”-40” (89-102 cm), standing height between 31”-35” (79-89 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
The Gordon Setter is a member of the Setter family, and Setter breeds are either in the Sporting or Gundog group. They were initially bred to hunt gamebirds. Gordon Setters are also known as ”black and tans” for their coal-black coat with chestnut or mahogany markings on their paws and lower legs, vents, throats, and muzzles. The coat is straight or slightly waved but not curly. They are known to be loyal and affectionate to their owners, alert, and confident. Puppies and adult dogs can be boisterous, and may not be the best for households with young children.
Gordon Setters have a withers height between 23"-27" (58-69 cm) and a typical weight in the range of 45-80 lb (20-36 kg). The Gordon Setter has an overall body length of roughly 35”-40” (89-102 cm), standing height between 31”-35” (79-89 cm), and a typical lifespan of 10-12 years.
