Gordon Setter

Good to know

• Scottish bird dogs: bred to find and point game birds, they are tireless in the field and need lots of daily exercise.
• Devoted guardians: affectionate and loyal with family but often reserved with strangers, so early socialization matters.
• Slow to grow up: they mature slowly and can be stubborn, so patient, consistent training pays off.
• Silky coat: the black-and-tan coat with long feathering needs brushing a few times a week and periodic trimming.

Getting out with a Gordon Setter

They need daily exercise beyond a stroll: longer trails, games of fetch and time to run at the park.

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