Gordon Setter

This breed is polite, affectionate, and cheerful. They are also sociable, friendly, and sensitive. An intensely devoted companion, the Gordon Setter is a wonderful family dog. Due to their size and tendency to be boisterous they are not recommended for homes with small children. They are reserved with strangers. The Gordon will get along well with other dogs, although may show slight aggression to those of the same sex. They must be introduced when young to cats. Gordon Setters love to be involved with their family, and may become jealous if they are not given enough attention. This bold and impressive breed is very protective of their family as well as extremely demonstrative. They will experience separation anxiety if left alone for extended periods of time and may become destructive and bark excessively.

The Gordon needs much strenuous exercise every day in order to stay in shape. He must be able to spend ample time with people and does best dividing his time between inside and outside. His coat needs regular brushing and combing every two to three days. In addition, some clipping and trimming is needed for optimal good looks.

The Gordon Setter thrives on outdoor exercise. They are not recommended for apartment dwelling, as they love to roam and run free. A large securely fenced yard or country setting is preferred. Gordon Setters enjoy a wide variety of activities such as swimming, hunting, family play sessions, walking with their master, and playing ball.

Exercise, socialization and training.

The Gordon Setter requires daily combing and brushing to maintain the beauty of the coat and prevent tangles and mats. Professional grooming may be necessary. Bathing or dry shampooing should only be done when absolutely needed. It is important to regularly trim their nails as well as the hair on the bottom of the feet. Gordon Setters are prone to such health issues as bloating, juvenile renal disease, hip dysplasia, lameness, thyroid deficiency, cysts, and progressive retinal atrophy.

If it is allowed for its independent side, the training of this dog must be firm, consistent, well-balanced but without being severe, and made with a soft, affectionate voice.

This fur dog must brushed and combed regularly. The hair grown in the excess from ears will be removed, to keep the auditory tube clean and avoid infecting of the ear.

This is a fairly healthy and hearty breed, but pet seekers should beware of hip dysplasia and buy only from OFA certified stock. A bit willful, so train firmly and early before bad habits set in. Likes to roam. Puppies may seem somewhat uncoordinated. Fie