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  English Setter Dog Art Portraits on Canvas, Fine Art Dog Portraits for English Setter, Dog Art & Pet Portraits ...
The various speckled coat colors when occurring in English Setters are referred to as belton; valid combinations are white with fl flecks (blue belton) or with orange flecks (orange belton— depending on the intensity of the color, they might be lemon belton or liver belton), or white with fl and tan flecks (tricolour belton).
English Setters are energetic, people-oriented dogs, that are well suited to families who can give them attention and activity, or to working with a hunter, where they have a job to do.
There is evidence that the English Setter originated in crosses of the Spanish Pointer, large Water Spaniel, and Springer Spaniel, which combined to produce an excellent bird dog with a high degree of proficiency in finding and pointing game in open country.
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  English Setter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The English Setter is a gun dog, bred for a mix of endurance and athleticism.
The various speckled coat colors when occurring in English Setters are referred to as belton; valid combinations are white with fl flecks (blue belton) or with orange flecks (orange belton— depending on the intensity of the color, they might be lemon belton or liver belton), or white with fl and tan flecks (tricolour belton).
There is evidence that the English Setter originated in crosses of the Spanish Pointer, large Water Spaniel, and Springer Spaniel, which combined to produce an excellent bird dog with a high degree of proficiency in finding and pointing game in open country.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/English_Setter   (541 words)

  
 Dog and Kennel Magazine English Setter Breed Profile
The English setter's trademark is its long flowing coat, which helped the early members of the breed to withstand the rigors of the British climate.
Ask English setter owners to name the most beautiful sight in the world, and they will say it is a setter running free through an open field with his ears steaming, feather flowing and pennant tail waving behind.
English setter breeders have become aware of this disease as a problem in the breed only recently, so very little is known about the incidence or inheritance factors.
www.petpublishing.com /dogken/breeds/esetter.shtml   (2246 words)

  
 PetPlace.com - Article: Choosing an English Setter   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The English setter is one of three members of the setter family and is an excellent bird dog.
The English setter is the smallest with a stunning speckled coat.
The English setter is an elegant, medium sized dog with a beautiful speckled coat referred to as belton markings.
www.petplace.com /articles/artPrinterFriendly.asp?conID=24519   (587 words)

  
 English Setter Cards
English Setters are very fortunate to have a variety of lovely stamps and cards to build a collection around.
The English Setter was used and prized by sportsmen for his sporting proclivities as early as the fifteenth century.
The ENGLISH SETTER is variously attributed to the spaniel, or to the pointer and spaniel, all speculatively.
www.animalstamps.com /english-setter-card.htm   (3347 words)

  
 English Setter - Canada's Guide to Dogs - Breeds
The English Setter is one of three modern Setter breeds —; The Gordon Setter was developed in Scotland, the Irish Setter in Ireland, and the English in England and Wales.
Setters today are all distinctive in their appearance with feathered coats and tails, slender bodies, and finely sculpted heads.
The English Setter is the smallest of the three and known as the "moderate" Setter, both physically and in temperament.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /setterenglish.htm   (886 words)

  
 English Setter - Encyclopedia Uplandia | UplandLife.com
English Setters were trained bird dogs in England more than 400 years ago.
The first show for English Setters was held at Newcastle-On-Tyne on January 28, 1859.
The English Setter's usefulness and beauty have helped maintain its popularity since its introduction into the U.S. The English Setter's need for considerable exercise makes it best suited for ownership in the suburbs or countryside.
www.uplandlife.com /encyclopedia/glossary.asp?gid=24   (829 words)

  
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The English Setter is a vigorous, quick and very quiet worker with an excellent nose.
English Setter bitches are prone to false pregnancies.
The English Setter tends to be quite vocal and can be a nuisance barker if not discouraged early in life.
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 English Setter Breed Information
The English Setter breed is believed to have been developed from land spaniels of Spain, Spanish Pointer, Water Spaniel and Setter.
The English Setter is one of the oldest breeds of gundogs that were used as bird dogs trained to find and point game more than 400 hundreds years ago.
Still, you would be wise to educate yourself about the hereditary dog diseases and health problems of the English Setter dog and what measures and precautions your English Setter reputable breeder has taken to ensure that your new English Setter puppy will grow into a healthy and happy dog.
www.gopetsamerica.com /english-setter/english-setter.aspx   (512 words)

  
 Dog Owner's Guide Profile: The English Setter
Although English setters were used by bird hunters since the 1500s, the breed was perfected in the 19th Century by Englishman Edward Lavarack and Welshman RL Purcell Llewellin.
English Setter males are about 25 inches at the shoulder and weigh 60-70 pounds, and bitches are slightly smaller at 24 inches and 45-55 pounds.
The English Setter ranked 86th in registrations among the AKC's 145 breeds with 826 individual dogs registered in 1997 and ranked 100th in litter registrations with 148 litters whelped.
www.canismajor.com /dog/engset.html   (1411 words)

  
 English Setters: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
The English Setter is sociable and must not be left alone all day without the company of people or other pets, else destructiveness may result.
English Setters MUST have regular opportunities to vent their energy.
English Setters tend to resist being told what to do, and housebreaking is no exception.
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/englishsetters.html   (582 words)

  
 English Setter Information and Pictures
The English Setter tends to be quite vocal and can become a nuisance barker if not discouraged early in life.
English Setter bitches are prone to false pregnancies.
The English Setter is a vigorous, quick and very quiet worker with an excellent nose.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /englishsetter.htm   (737 words)

  
 The Complete International English Setter Rescue Page
English Setter Association of America: The Official AKC national breed club for the English Setter.
The English Setter Association of America, Inc. is a not for profit organization dedicated to the advancement of English Setters since 1933.
The English Setter Association of America Rescue Committee is a group of dedicated people who seek to find new homes for displaced English Setters and to educate people about the breed.
www.angelfire.com /nt/esrecsue   (330 words)

  
 English Setter at Doxette - The Right Dog   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
I believe this setter dog ashtray is bronze, he is quite heavy and has a lovely patina to it but I am not an expert in metals.
English Setter Dog Hunting Single Playing Card This is an beautiful single vintage English Setter dog playing card with the dog in the field very intent in his hunting.
English Setter Dog Pattreiouex Senior Service Cigarette English Setter puppies cigarette card issued in 1939 by J. Pattreiouex Ltd. This card was given as a free premium and was inserted into a packet of 20 Senior Service cigarettes.
pages.tias.com /6298/InventoryPage/1208861/1.html?pageNo=1&catId=English_Setter   (1104 words)

  
 English Setter, rescue, picture, English Setter puppy for sale
English Setter dog, an English Setter picture, and finding an English Setter for sale.
English Setter is a mild, sweet, lovable dog, intelligent, and
English Setter dog club, English Setter rescue to get advice on other nearby dog breeders.
www.dogbiz.com /dogs-grp1/setter-eng/set-eng.htm   (417 words)

  
 English Setter
The English Setter is descended from Spanish land spaniels whose job it was to 'set' game birds for the hunters' nets.
Like the other setters, the English Setter is known for his expressive face, graceful gait, and boisterous personality.
And like the other setters, the English Setter takes two to three years to mature and is a fun-loving and playful pet.
www.canadogs.com /BreedESetter.htm   (326 words)

  
 English Setter FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
English Setter Health, which includes a natural health care program and advice on feeding, vaccinations, health problems, and choosing the right vet.
Training English Setters, which includes respect training, housebreaking, and socializing with strangers.
English Setter Review will give you a terrific introduction to English Setter personality and temperament.
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /faq/englishsetters.html   (619 words)

  
 The English Setter
The English Setter, one of three types of Setters (Irish and Gordon), is an affectionate pet that does well with children.
The English Setter needs a lot of exercise and may be best suited to life in the country where they can enjoy a fenced yard.
English, Irish and Gordon Setters and the English Pointer are compared.
www.pgaa.com /canine/general/englishsetter.html   (982 words)

  
 English Setter puppies for sale, English Setter breed information
The English Setter is one of the oldest breeds of gun dogs.
The English Setter is mild mannered and sensitive.
The English Setter is usually enthusiastic and lively outdoors, but relatively inactive indoors.
www.europuppy.com /dog_breed_choosing/english_setter_puppies.html   (479 words)

  
 Setter Ridge Kennels presents EnglishSetter.com | Champion Dual Gun Dog and Dual English Setter : Producer of 124 ...
Setter Ridge has been working with English Setters for more than 20 years.
We also tattoo all of our puppies to ensure that our dogs can always be identified in case of loss or for certification of hips, hearing, and any other health clearance.
Setter Ridge is the home of Hadji (Dual Ch Can Ch Set'r Ridge's Solid Gold CDX MH HDX CGC), who passed on in February 2000.
www.englishsetter.com   (287 words)

  
 dogstuff English Setter Figures
With halo, wings and a loop for hanging, our Setter angel will decorate your tree or be your guardian the rest of the year.
Our English Setter Christmas angel ornament will decorate your tree and be your guardian the rest of the year.
Enjoy this group of English Setter images for your desk at home or work.
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 dogstuff English Setter Art
This signed and numbered English Setter print is from a watercolor original by Enid Groves.
Our English Setter four piece dinner setting includes two plates, a bowl and a mug all with the English Setter image shown at right.
English Setter wall hook measures 2" x 4.25".
www.source-m.com /000000indices/english_setter0001.htm   (219 words)

  
 Amazon.com: English Setter (Comprehensive Owner's Guide) (Comprehensive Owner's Guide): Books: Juliette Cunliffe,Carol ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Polite, friendly and good natured, the English Setter is known as the “Gentleman’s gentleman.” His elegant carriage, attractive flecked coat and natural talent in the field make this all-around dog truly remarkable in mind and body.
Although this sporting dog was originally intended for the specific task of assisting bird hunters in locating game, the handsome English Setter possesses an even temperament and love of his people that have made him a popular choice as a family pet and show dog over the decades.
For centuries, setters of one kind or another have been found with sportsmen, for the setter is one of the oldest types of gundog and has developed over hundreds of years, with a history dating back to the 14th century.
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 English Setter, English Setter information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
English Setters The English Setter was developed in the 1800's and are descended from spaniels.
English Setter Dog Breed The word "setter" comes from the original work these dogs did; once the prey is located with their developed smelling sense, they sat (set) to indicate the place to their...
English Setter Description: The English Setter is one of the oldest breeds of gun dogs.
www.dogbreed2.petsculture.com /EnglishSetter   (1554 words)

  
 Dogomania : English Setter
A forum for displaying the achievements of our english setters and their people.
English Setter, Setter Anglais GORKMYRAN Magnus Lilja, Runsvik 1093, 86491 Matfors, SE, Sweden (se) Breeder of English setters for hunting.
Setter Ridge Kennels - have produced the #1 English Setter in the U.S. and Canada, and two Westminster breed winners.
www.dogomania.com /category/Breeders/English_Setter   (214 words)

  
 English Setter
He was named the Laverack Setter after E. Laverack, a breeder from Shropshire County who modified and improved the breed beginning in 1825 through inbreeding and selection.
The first English Setters were imported to France in 1879, and the first breed club was founded in 1891.
Hardy, enthusiastic, lively, and fast, the English Setter can hunt on all types of terrain but is best suited to wetlands and swamps, rather than dry terrain.
www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/English_Setter.htm   (308 words)

  
 English setter, english setters, english setter club of america   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
English Setters have the ability to smell game that has gone by hours before hand.The name Setter comes from the word sit, in which the dog acknowledges...
The English setter as we know it is attributed to Edward Laverack who bred theline true for thirty-five years, from 1790 until 1825.
English Setter puppy information, breed facts, and helpful tips about the EnglishSetter can be found at The Pet Professor.
www.highdoctor.com /english-setter.html   (347 words)

  
 ENGLISH SETTER CLUB OF NEW ZEALAND - INTRODUCTION
The English Setter Club was first formed at a meeting held on the 24 August 1974, by a small group of interested people, during the Fido National Dog Show in Wellington.
Early in 1978, Gary Doyle was approached by several English Setter owners and asked if he would be interested in restarting the Club.
Today the English Setter Club continues to thrive in its own small way, with a fairly stable core of members.
www.geocities.com /escnz   (367 words)

  
 English Setter, English Setters, breeders, puppies, for sale, dogs
English Setters are a large graceful dog with a lively sprit who will have unconditional devotion to their whole family.
English Setters thrive on human companionship or with other dogs.
A home with a fenced yard is essential as the English Setter has a tendency to wander.
www.puppyshop.com /caninebreeds/setters_eng.htm   (347 words)

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