🍀 Irish Red and White Setter Name Generator

The Irish Red and White Setter is a gundog from Ireland, bred to find and "set" (crouch or freeze near) game birds such as grouse and pheasant on Irish moors and bogs, so the hunter could approach. Red-and-white setters are generally considered older than the solid-red Irish Setter and were the more common setter type in Ireland for centuries. In the 1800s, solid red became fashionable, and the red-and-white dogs nearly vanished. In the early 20th century a few dedicated breeders, with Reverend Noble Huston often credited, worked to revive the breed, and an Irish Red and White Setter Club was founded in 1944. The AKC recognized the breed in 2009 (Sporting Group).

Often called "Red and White Setter" and "Irish Red and White." It is a separate breed from the solid-red Irish Setter. About 23–26 inches tall and roughly 40–60 lbs, with a strong, athletic build that is a little stockier than the Irish Setter. The silky coat is mainly white with solid red patches, and red flecking (ticking) on the face, feet and lower legs. Feathering falls from the ears, chest, legs and tail. Eyes are dark hazel to dark brown. The coat needs regular brushing, and the long ears need regular cleaning.

Friendly, outgoing, playful and affectionate, with high energy and a strong drive to hunt and explore. Irish Red and White Setters are clever and eager to please, but can be headstrong and slow to mature, staying puppy-like and clownish for years. They love their families and are usually good with children and other dogs. They need lots of daily exercise, plenty of company and consistent, positive training, and can be noisy and boisterous indoors if under-exercised.