English Setter

The English Setter dog breed was named for these dogs’ practice of “setting,” or crouching low, when they found birds so hunters could throw their nets over them. After the development of the gun, breeders developed the dog so they would stand in the more traditional Pointer style.

English Setters are still used as a hunting dogs today, as well as family companions. This super affectionate dog loves their human family and even other pets in the home, but apartment dwellers beware! These pups have high energy and exercise needs, so they will prefer a home with a yard and space to run.