History
The Irish Setter was bred to "set" game like birds so that they could be caught by hunters. They were adapted over time to be used as pointing gun dogs. Irish Setter's are said to be bred from the Irish Water Spaniel, Irish Terrier, English Setter, Pointer and Spaniel.
Appearance
Elegant, balanced, long and lean head, alert expression
Tempermant
Energetic, outgoing, stable temper, good with children
Other Facts
The Irish Setter should be watched around small animals because they are a hunting breed. They like to have a job to do and have been used as therapy dogs. Some famous Irish Setter owners are Richard Nixon, Cesar Millan, Harry Truman and Alexander II.