English Setter — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

English Setter — breed standard (AKC & FCI: size, coat, temperament, type)

Claims

• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The English Setter originated in Great Britain and is covered by FCI Standard N° 2.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI places it in Group 7 (Pointing Dogs).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* FCI height at the withers is 65 to 68 cm for dogs (25,5 to 27 inches) and 61 to 65 cm for bitches (24 to 25,5 inches).
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The coat is flat, without curl or wooliness.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The base colour is white with intermingling darker hairs producing belton markings ranging from clear flecking to roan shading.
• *[Paraphrased derived summary — non-Open-Access source.]* The breed is gentle, affectionate and friendly, without shyness, fear or viciousness.