English Setter

The English Setter is a medium sized versatile dog that excels in hunting, obedience and agility. Their light colored coat is marked with dark spots or "belton" markings of various colors. They are loyal affectionate dogs that do well in families if given proper exercise.

Health Tests Recommended for English Setters

If you are buying a English Setter puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testing results y

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Common Inherited Illnesses in English Setters

These are the most common inherited illnesses in English Setters.  English Setters can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding English Setters, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

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