Irish Setter Dog Breed Quiz

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Irish Setters were originally bred as hunting dogs with a red and white coat because they were easier to see in the field.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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What are the trade-offs of the Irish Setter’s sweet, friendly temperament?
- They are aggressive with strangers and other dogs
- They make poor guard dogs and are prone to separation anxiety
- They are difficult to train and ignore their owners
- They are low-energy and dislike human interaction
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> Irish Setters are natural-born therapy dogs—affectionate, outgoing, and eager to please, which makes them excel in training and thrive on human interaction. But that sweet temperament comes with trade-offs: they're poor guard dogs because their friendliness extends even to strangers, and they're prone to separation anxiety because of their deep bond with their owners. For active families or individuals who can match their energy and provide companionship, they're ideal partners. </div>
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According to the C-BARQ study, where does the Irish Setter rank among 124 breeds for aggression toward their owners?
- 118
- 100
- 89
- 72
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The C-BARQ study ranks the Irish Setter 118th out of 124 breeds for aggression toward their owners—very low. They also rank very low for aggression toward unfamiliar dogs. That means Irish Setters are unlikely to bark, growl, bare teeth, or lunge at the people or dogs around them, which fits their famously friendly, outgoing nature. </div>
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According to the AKC, the Irish Red and White Setter and the Irish Setter are considered the same breed.
- TRUE
- FALSE
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Where does the Irish Setter rank in working/obedience intelligence in the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren?
- 35
- 23
- 43
- 59
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In the Landmark Book entitled, "The Intelligence of Dogs", professor Stanley Coren researched and documented the intelligence of over 130 different dog breeds. In his book, the Irish Setter ranks 35th out of 138 breeds in working/obedience intelligence. Essentially this means they will learn new commands in 15 to 25 repetitions and obey first commands more than 70% of the time. This puts them in the "above average working and obedience intelligence" category. In contrast, the most intelligent breeds will learn the same command in 5 repetitions or less! </div>
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In landmark research on modern dog breed development, the Irish Setter has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of:
- Brittany
- Cocker Spaniel
- Golden Retriever
- Hungarian Vizsla
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> In Landmark Research on Modern Dog Breed development, the Irish Setter has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of the following breeds: Gordon Setter English Setter Brittany </div>
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CLAD is a genetic mutation that occurs in up to 13% of Irish Setters. What is CLAD?
- A fatal immune disorder
- A virus that spreads through kennels
- A type of cancer affecting the bones
- A skin condition causing hair loss
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> CLAD stands for Canine Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency. It's caused by a single recessive mutation in the ITGB2 gene that's unique to Irish Setters and Irish Red and White Setters. Carrier dogs show no symptoms, so the gene spread silently for generations—at its peak, up to 10–13% of Irish Setters carried it. When two carriers are bred, about 25% of puppies inherit two copies and develop the fatal immune disorder. DNA testing now helps breeders avoid producing affected dogs. </div>
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Irish Setter’s rank very high in autoimmune thyroiditis – 23rd among all dog breeds.
- TRUE
- FALSE
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The Irish Setter has a notable predisposition to hypothyroidism, ranking 23rd among all dog breeds for autoimmune thyroiditis. This condition occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough hormones, which can cause hair loss (especially on the flanks and tail), lethargy, reduced appetite, weight fluctuations, and muscle weakness. With early diagnosis and thyroid hormone supplementation, the condition can be managed effectively and the dog can enjoy a good quality of life. </div>
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What is the average running time of Irish Setters as timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials?
- 23 mph
- 18.6 mph
- 20.1 mph
- 26.6 mph
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The AKC Conducts Dog Racing Trials each December in Orlando, FL. called the Fast CAT Invitational. This is a 100 yard race where dogs run individually chasing a lure. The average running speed by Irish Setter's is about 23 mph. The fastest recorded speed by a Irish Setter was by a dog named Mcauley My Cup Runneth Over at 27.26 mph! </div>
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According to the C-BARQ dog temperament study, where does the Irish Setter rank among 124 breeds for prey drive?
- 31
- 17
- 40
- 66
<div class="snax-quiz-answer-explanation"> The C-BARQ study at the University of Pennsylvania ranks the Irish Setter 31st out of 124 breeds for prey drive. That means if a squirrel, cat, rabbit, or other small animal crosses their path, there's a very good chance they'll give chase. It's a strong instinct in this breed. </div>

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Irish Setter Dog Breed Quiz

Irish Setters were originally bred as hunting dogs with a red and white coat because they were easier to see in the field.

What are the trade-offs of the Irish Setter’s sweet, friendly temperament?

According to the C-BARQ study, where does the Irish Setter rank among 124 breeds for aggression toward their owners?

According to the AKC, the Irish Red and White Setter and the Irish Setter are considered the same breed.

Where does the Irish Setter rank in working/obedience intelligence in the book, “The Intelligence of Dogs”, by Stanley Coren?

In landmark research on modern dog breed development, the Irish Setter has been shown to share the most DNA with an ancestor of:

CLAD is a genetic mutation that occurs in up to 13% of Irish Setters. What is CLAD?

Irish Setter’s rank very high in autoimmune thyroiditis – 23rd among all dog breeds.

What is the average running time of Irish Setters as timed by the AKC in Fast Cat running trials?

According to the C-BARQ dog temperament study, where does the Irish Setter rank among 124 breeds for prey drive?

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