Help with my new Irish Setter

[skysurfer]

Hello, I'm just became the owner of a beautiful 10 month old Irish Setter and I need some advise regarding grooming him and how often?. Thank you in advance

Jen

[dextersmom]

I have a sheltie, which is also a long coated breed, and I brush him about once every other day. I'm not sure what kind of equipment you need for a settler, but I'm asuming its about the same thing. I have a human brush that has pins and a rake/slicker brush that's mainly for undercoat. Not sure if you need that. You can also look at your library for a book on settlers, I'm sure that they have a grooming section. Or you could call a groomer and ask.

[Dax]

Every dog even within the same breed is so different. Some dogs never smell and seem to keep themselves in good order. Others - you'd think someone crossed them with a piggy.

I find in the summer time I bath much more frequently and brush more as well (shedding) than in the winter time.

Try to set aside at least 1 hour per week to start to check & clean those ears, brush out the coat - check nails, etc. Depending on if you take him swimming, etc. bath as necessary to make him pleasant company.

If you find you need adjust do so accordingly.

[weimlover0816]

And start soon.. was this dog used to being groomed and touched and petted where he previously lived, or has he had little human contact. Setters, from experience, are very stubborn dogs and tend to get "set in their ways"... so, good luck with him, and I would looove to see pictures. We had and Irish setter when I was very young.. he was a big dog... rugged, and 120 pounds. Then we had a Gordon setter, whom we lost last July, and now my parents have an English setter.... what is next for them? I say a Red& white.. LOL

[AndreaMoon]

Irish Setter has always been my dream dog. I think they are beautiful. I did a search and this is what I found:
The dog’s crowning glory is, of course, the coat. Daily brushing is essential to keep the feathers from tangling. Occasionally, the owner will need to trim between the pads and behind the ears to prevent mats. Bathing can be done as needed. A professional groomer may be needed for extensive trimming once in a while. However, for show, the coat needs a great deal of careful attention in order for the dog to be competitive. One essential grooming chore that can not be ignored is careful and regular cleaning of the ears. As they are drop ears, very little air circulation is able to get inside the ear and thus it is a breeding ground for bacteria, making ear infections common.

Brush your Irish setter's coat daily. This is essential so that her coat does not get tangled. They are medium shedders and will need to be bathed infrequently. Trim your dog's nails every two to three weeks.

[Dax]

I've meet a couple in person - they don't get brushed daily and are trimmed quite short on top. Unless you're planning on competing - do the best you can but don't ignore the ears especially after swimming.

[skysurfer]

I thank you all for responding my questions regarding my Irish Setter. I will certainty take some pictures and post them as soon as I have a little time. I'm glad I found this Forum It really looks like a big nice family!


[quote]Heaven goes by favor. If it went by merit, you would stay out and your dog would go in.
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[pittiegurl]

When you bathe him,DON'T bathe him more than once a week or you will dry out his skin.VERY VERY BADDLY!!!


Best of Luck to you & your new best friend!

[HeartSong]

I'm glad you like the forum skysurfer. You're more than welcome to spend time here and become part of the 'family.' We love having new members.

[skysurfer]

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