Articles — English Setter

English Setter Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1884 Life Expectancy: 12 years Size: Small Energy Level: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 36” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Introduction Originating from England, these dogs were bred to hunt for small birds. The English Setter dog is a part of the same family as other dog breeds like the Gordon Setter and Irish Setter. The male dogs standing as tall as 25-27 inches while the females stand two inches shorter. Adult male English setters weigh between 65-80 pounds while the females weigh between 45-55 pounds. The English Setter is...