A sturdy Scottish setter in black and tan with a loyal streak
The Gordon Setter is the heaviest of the setters, with a glossy black and tan coat and a steady, loyal nature. It is more reserved than its cousins, needs plenty of exercise and benefits from patient training.
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This breed needs about 100 minutes of activity a day. Around 5 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
100
Minutes of activity a day
5
Suggested sessions a week
Dog walking
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Around 100 minutes a day for a healthy adult, with off-lead running when it is safe, plus scent games or training.
Generally yes, especially when raised with them. It is loyal and playful, though its size and exuberance require supervision around small children.
It is intelligent but independent and slow to mature. Patient, consistent, reward-based training works far better than pressure.
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