Hunting dog Scottish Setter (Setter-Gordon)

A fine hunting dog, the Scottish setter refers to girlfriend animals. Has a second name - setter gordon. Appeared in Scotland at the very beginning of the XVIII century in the castle of the Duke of Gordon and Richmond. Named after the creator, later the breed was refined by the breeder by crossing with the collie and bloodhound. This is a breed of girlfriends, pug dogs. Not too common and popular in comparison with other setters.

From the history of the breed

The statue and beautiful hunting dog of the Scottish Setter originated from black and tan dogs of England, which were known on the islands since the XVII century. Similar to the current setters, animals were first described in the sources, which are attributed to 1776. Scotch ancestors are Irish and English setters, bloodhounds, collies, perhaps Labradors and Spaniels.

The castle of the Duke became the main "base" of breeding the Scottish Setter breed . Gordon-setter - a dog that has gone a long way of breeding development. Active work on the formation and improvement of the breed began in the early XIX century. Thanks to the efforts of the famous dog breeder - the Duke of Richmond, one of the owners of the Gordon castle - the very first standard of this breed appeared in 1860. Nevertheless, more often these dogs are called gordon setters.

At the first exhibition of hunting dogs, held in England in 1859 in the city of Newcastle, the victory was won by Gordon Setter D. Jobling. The first field competitions were held in Bedford in 1865. Gordons took three prizes.

In 1892 the Scottish Setter Gordon, a hunting breed of dogs, is officially recognized by the American club of animal lovers. They began to breed in Scandinavian countries, Russia, France. At the beginning of the last century, the Gordons were again renamed the Scottish Setter.

In 1924, the Scottish Setter Gordon (a hunting breed of dogs) was recognized by the English Kennel Club. The ICF recognized these wonderful animals as the Gordon Setter. More than sixty years (1988) the breed standard was seriously revised. It is in this edition, with minor changes, it exists today.

External Data

The beauty of these dogs seems absolutely natural and at the same time carefully thought out by someone. A noble and elegant dog of large size, rather tall, composed in surprisingly harmonious, well-developed musculature. The backbone is powerful, legs strong, sparkling hair and smart, all understanding expressive eyes. In a word - an aristocrat.

The growth of males is 66 cm, the branch is 60 cm. Weight is not more than 29.5 kg. The Scottish gordon setter is a dog with a head with a wide skull, a rather long deep muzzle and, of course, with a pronounced transition to the forehead.

Wool

Soft, slightly wavy or straight, but not curly, tightly fitting, silky. On the abdomen and lower surface of the body, as well as the tail, ears and back of the limbs, the wool is much longer. It forms a triangular shape, from the base of the tail it narrows to the head.

Color

The standard allows coal-black with a bluish shimmer and a bright nut or mahogany tan. The location of the taiga and its manifestations are strictly regulated, any deviation is considered to be a marriage.

Description of the breed

In Russia these animals are not too common. A hunting dog is a Scottish setter - it's a great peg. Specializes in the search for game and indicating its location. Despite the original Scots origin, the breed standard is assigned to England.

A very interesting animal is a Scottish setter. Dog breeds intended for hunting are not always so exquisitely exotic. Gordon setter - the embodiment of beauty and excellent working qualities of a fine hunter. Many animals with good performance do not have a refined and noble beauty. Scotsman in this sense is an exception to the rules.

Soviet and Russian breeders certainly remember well the magnificent film "White Bim Black Ear" (1977). The dramatic and touching story of the Scottish setter is not quite the standard color named Bim. Selfless devotion to his master is the main feature of these animals.

Character

A gorgeous and amazing dog is the Scottish Setter Gordon. Character, the price of these animals not only allow, but also oblige to grow out of a cute puppy not only a skillful hunter, but also a loyal and faithful companion. These intelligent animals are distinguished by a calm, balanced character. They are cheerful and energetic, but at the same time sensible and dexterous, amazingly hardy, possessing a wonderful instinct.

Hunting dog Scottish setter very quickly becomes attached to the owner and all household members, they are always friendly, sincerely and openly express their tender feelings towards the person, require constant attention, they are ready to take an active part in all the affairs of the owner. Gordon the Setter selflessly loves the person who brought him up. He is ready to give him his devotion and love all his life. A dog of this breed does not tolerate loneliness - much yearning.

The Scottish Setter perfectly communicates with children. He perceives other pets very friendly, he treats strangers with disbelief and is somewhat wary. At gordon setter, the instinct of the defender, the guard, is perfectly developed, but strangely enough, the guard from them turns out to be useless. Aggression can only show to foreign dogs.

Proper grooming of dog breeder Gordon

Scottish setter gordon is not recommended to be kept in a city apartment, since it is very active and needs to move a lot. She would be most comfortable in the courtyard of a private house, but in no case on a chain.

Setter Gordon needs long walks, active and active games and systematic training. If the owner likes walking on a bicycle or prefers to run in the mornings, then his pet will gladly make him a company.

It must be said that the hair of the setter requires careful daily care. This requires a good steel comb. In addition, dogs of this breed need regular trimming and bathing.

Use a special soft dog shampoo. In rare cases, you can use shampoo for people (for dry hair). Be sure to use a balm rinse. Dry the coat with a hair dryer.

Health

The Scottish Setter Gordons live on average about 12 years. The breed as a whole is healthy, but for a very impressive weight there is a predisposition to joint dysplasia. These dogs can disturb eye diseases, for example, cataracts and retinal atrophy.

Often, Scottish setters experience bloating, so they should be fed in small fractions, a few times a day.

Education and training

The Scottish setter has a strong enough mentality, so he easily endures the difficulty of training, which must be quite tough. According to the cynologists, gordon setter refers to a group of dogs with higher than average intelligence.

Engaging in education and training of Scots, the owner must be patient. The fact is that to assimilate a command your pet may need from 15 to 25 repetitions.

Feeding

Feed the gordon setter twice a day. It is desirable that the percentage of fat in food does not exceed 16%. In the summer your pet needs a lot of drinking. The rest of the time the dog should have free access to fresh water. Change it should be at least two times a day. Going on a long walk, do not forget about the water supply.

Using

The Scottish Setter Gordon is a gorgeous girlfriendly hunting dog, a good and sensitive companion for active people, a family dog.

Price

On average, setter puppies cost from 10,000 to 30,000 rubles (depending on the availability of necessary documents).