The Irish Red and White Setter and the Irish Setter have a common spaniel ancestor. At early Irish dog showsin the mid 1800s, there were now and then, dog shows with separate classes for the red and whites and for all reds. At other times they were shown together. By the end of the 1800s the red and white variety had nearly vanished in favor of the more popular all red dog.

Active, aristocratic bird dog, substantial yet elegant in build. Standing over two feet tall at the shoulder, the dog has a straight, fine, glossy coat, longer on ears, chest, tail and back of legs. Afield is a swift-moving hunter; at home, a sweet natured, trainable companion. They prefer the sofa, accept the crate and are not unduly fond of the kennel.

The Red and White echo has resounded throughout Britain. Trailblazer Meuden Amber Glow came from Heidi of Canon Doherty and Harlequin of Mrs. Cuddy. Irish Red and White Setters have found favor also in Belgium, Germany, Finland, Australia, Switzerland, Holland and Austria. North America has three Red and White associations, two in the United States and one in Canada. Fanciers of the breed saw fruition to their long quest for an active promotion of genetically sound genuine specimens of the depleted national treasure.

Males range from 24.5 to 26 inches tall and weigh 60-65 pounds, females are about 2 inches smaller. The base color is white with red patches. The white should be pure white and the red should be a deep chestnut red, the darker the better. Flecking permitted around the face and feet and up the foreleg as far as the elbow and up the hind-leg as far as the hock. Roaning, flecking and mottling on any other part of the body not desirable. They can be great family dogs, especially when given a place to exercise. They are very powerful, courageous hunting companions that are admired for their skill in the field. The Irish Red and White Setter is an extremely friendly and loving dog and makes an ideal family pet as they are very good with children.