The Irish Red Setter: It's History, Character and Training

This book is about a part of Ireland's living heritage, the Irish Red Setter, a breed of dog developed in Ireland and synonymous with the Irish people and the landscape that developed it. It covers all aspects from the history, development, character, conformation, training and sporting uses. There is significant section on the history and development of the Irish Red Setter in Ireland from the late 1700s, examining the most successful bloodlines and their influence, to present times.