English setter is a popular dog because of its handsome face and sleek coat. Its hunting skill also makes it a popular gundog. The setter has a fairly long, flat coat, colored white, black, and tan or in mixtures of white, black, lemon, orange, and chestnut. Long hairs called feathers cover the dog’s legs and tail. Many owners prefer setters that have a white coat with little flecks of color instead of coats with large, solid-colored patches.
The setter is quick and graceful and has a fine sense of smell. It shows where game is by pointing with its nose toward the game. It also may lift one of its front paws. An English setter stands about 25 inches (64 centimeters) high and weighs from 50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kilograms).
See also Setter.
