Today, this setter is known as the English Setter and is more likely to be found as a family pet or in the show ring, though some are still very capable working dogs. Among the most beautiful of all breeds the English Setter gained public recognition when in 1964 one was awarded Supreme Best In Show at the world's largest dogs show, Crufts in London, beating over 8000 dogs. The English Setter is intensely friendly and good natured but very active and best suits homes which can provide it with exercise. It is very responsive to training - a heritage of its working gundog background. A large dog, with males measuring up to 68 cms it is never heavy or cumbersome and is always elegant in movement and appearance. Its crowning glory is a silky coat with longer 'feathering' on the ears, breeches and forelegs. |