Irish Setter

A german shorthaired pointer with its owner.
Most Popular Bird Dog Breeds of 2024

Exploring the most popular bird dog breeds of the upland hunting community over the years.…

An Irish Setter hunting dog on point
Irish Setter: Form, Function, and History of a Timeless Breed

Discover the Irish Setter, an iconic red hunting dog breed renowned for its distinct characteristics…

a painting of dogs believed to have been russian setters
The Russian Setter

Explore the history and story of a curious dog breed that never was. Sprinkled here…

An X-ray of a dog showing Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) or twisted stomach.
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) – Twisted Stomach or Bloat in Dogs

GDV, also known as twisted stomach or bloat, disproportionately affects hunting dogs. Here’s what you…

An Irish Setter on point in Ireland
Irish Red Setter History in Ireland and America

The Irish Red Setter, like many dog breeds, has a complex history that shaped the…