Special Nutritional Needs For The Gordon Setter
By: Jane R. Bicks, D.V.M.


The nutritional requirements and special needs of
the Gordon Setter are similar to those of the
other setters.


A fatty acid supplement may be required to keep 
his coat shiny and full.



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Gordon Setters are coal-black with tan features, in comparison
to Irish setters, which are red, and English setters, which are
white with speckles. Gordon's have tan on their feet and lower legs,
vents, and muzzles, and two distinctive tan spots on their chests.

Their coat is long and silky on chest, ears, stomach, and leg feathering,
and slightly wavy. They are the heaviest of the setter breeds, and
the slowest, with males reaching 27 in at the shoulder.


Temperament of Gordon Setters

Setters are very intelligent, despite their unfounded reputation for being
stupid. Gordon Setters are intensely loyal to their owners but
can take a few minutes to warm to strangers. They are good
family dogs, laid-back and loving, though not recommended with
small children as they can be boisterous.

Gordon Setters are usually quite passive and seem happy lying around
sleeping all day. However, when out on a walk they are frisky and
in the countryside seem to be able to run for hours. They require
60 to 80 minutes of exercise a day, though care must be taken
not to over-exercise young dogs (under 18 months) to avoid joint
problems in later life.

Gordon's in particular are sensitive but kindly, and need gentle but firm
handling. Any nervous tendencies can be cured by early socialization,
which is very important.


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