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Setter
English hunting and pointing dogs, would descend from spaniels
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Weight
5–30 kg
Size
Medium
Lifespan
11–14 ans
Energy
Élevé
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Très élevé
The term Setter designates several dog breeds originating from the British Isles. These are English hunting and pointing dogs. These dogs are believed to descend from spaniels imported from the continent. Four breeds are distinguished in this group:
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The English Setter The Irish Setter or Irish Red Setter (in English, "red setter" or "irish red setter") The Irish Red and White Setter The Gordon Setter originating from Scotland A female of this breed is named by a setter female.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Élevé
Trainability
Très élevé
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Medium size (5–30 kg) — balance between presence and practicality.
- 2Life expectancy: 11 to 14 years on average, depending on hygiene and diet.
- 3High energy level — at least 1 hour of activity per day for their wellbeing.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
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What human age for a setter ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 11–14 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
10 à 22 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
29years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +5 per year for a moyen dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a setter ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
221 g
per day · 839 kcal
111 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Setter
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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