Irish Setters

[emc]

I was wondering, why don't we see more people with Irish Setters? They are such beautiful dogs I would think that more people would have them but they don't seem to be all that popular. Anyone know why that could be?
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[Suki Wingy]

We have two nice ones in our neighborhood, but they tend to be a little hyper, and some people prefer calmer dogs.

[sammy101]

they are very active dogs,they're definently not for me:p I think theyre gorgeous but they're very hyper and active.

[jennifert9]

Yes you're right , you don't really see many of them. My neighbor growing up had one and I absolutely love her. Her name was Tasha and we called her my dog's girlfriend because when he got loose, he would head straight to her house!! ;)
They are very high strung, need TONS of exercise and I means TONS!!!! Also, they are very expensive. At least in my part of the world, a puppy goes for over $1000. I think they are gorgeous but I don't have the yard or the time for one. Not to mention, I'm a big fan of adopting animals and you don't often see them in shelters...Although to be honest, I've never researched it...maybe they do have a large rescue group...
Let's hope they are not the next "fad" dog though....

[Cincy'sMom]

Irish Setters are actually pretty popular in our therapy group....we have at least 4 registered, and I know one of our members has another that is not yet registered. The ones I havemet have all been great dogs!

[GoldenRetrieverLover_01]

They are beautiful dogs!! I have 2 in my neighbourhood as well, actually only 1 because the other one is a red and white setter. They are actually almost from the same breeder as Buddy- our breeder's daughter breeds Irish Setters and they live in the same house. You may not see them as much because some people say they are very hard to train- I do not believe that!:rolleyes: As well, it just depends on what type of dog you're interested in. I mean we all pick our dogs ( their breed) to adapt to our lives best, what dog fits best. Most people probably are just not too interested in them, I personally love these dogs though.