What is the lifespan of a Gordon Setter?

According to allpets.ai data, Gordon Setter typically lives 10–13 years. They weigh 20.4–36.3 kg and stand 58–69 cm tall.

How big does a Gordon Setter get?

According to allpets.ai data, adult Gordon Setter weigh between 20.4 and 36.3 kg. Height ranges from 58 to 69 cm. Size category: Large.

What health problems are common in Gordon Setter?

According to allpets.ai data, Gordon Setter is predisposed to 5 health conditions including Hip Dysplasia, Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus, Progressive Retinal Atrophy. 5 of these are hereditary. Regular screening is recommended for early detection.

Does the Gordon Setter have separation anxiety?

According to allpets.ai data, Gordon Setter has Moderate anxiety proneness with Moderate separation anxiety risk. Top triggers: Separation from owner, lack of exercise, loud noises. Recommended interventions: Adequate exercise, mental stimulation, puzzle toys, crate training.

How do you care for a Gordon Setter?

According to allpets.ai data, Gordon Setter care includes: Exercise: 60-90 min/day, vigorous running and field work. Grooming: Weekly brushing, professional grooming every 6-8 weeks. Annual exam focus: Joint health, eye examination, thyroid function, cardiac evaluation.

What are the breeding considerations for Gordon Setter?

According to allpets.ai data, Gordon Setter has an average litter size of 6–8. Dystocia risk: Low. CHIC required tests: Hip Dysplasia, Eye Examination, PRA DNA Test, CCA DNA Test.

Gordon Setter - Pet Health Database

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Gordon Setter

Basic Information

Species	Dog
Origin	Scotland
Size Category	Large
Category	Dog
Original Purpose	Gun dog, bird hunting

Vital Statistics

Weight Range	20.4–36.3 kg
Height Range	58–69 cm
Lifespan	10–13 years
Juvenile Stage Ends	18 months
Senior Age Threshold	8 years

Adult Preventive Care

Exercise Needs	60-90 min/day, vigorous running and field work
Grooming	Weekly brushing, professional grooming every 6-8 weeks
Annual Exam Focus	Joint health, eye examination, thyroid function, cardiac evaluation

Health Predispositions (5 conditions)

Condition	Onset Stage	Risk	Hereditary	Screening
Hip Dysplasia	adult	high	Yes	Recommended
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus	adult	high	Yes	N/A
Progressive Retinal Atrophy	adult	medium	Yes	Recommended
Cerebellar Abiotrophy	puppy	low	Yes	Recommended
Hypothyroidism	adult	medium	Yes	Recommended

Obesity Management

Risk Level	Moderate
Ideal BCS	4/9
Daily Activity	90 minutes

Breeding & Genetics

Litter Size	6–8
Dystocia Risk	Low
CHIC Required Tests	Hip Dysplasia, Eye Examination, PRA DNA Test, CCA DNA Test

Development

Neonatal Weight	350–500 g

Emotional Wellbeing

Anxiety Proneness	Moderate
Top Triggers	Separation from owner, lack of exercise, loud noises
Separation Anxiety Risk	Moderate
Calming Interventions	Adequate exercise, mental stimulation, puzzle toys, crate training
Cognitive Dysfunction Risk	Moderate

Behavioral Ethogram

Locomotion	Trotting, galloping, pointing, quartering
Social	Affectionate with family, alert with strangers, play-bowing
Comfort	Stretching, self-grooming, resting in contact with owners
Stress/Displacement	Panting, lip licking, pacing, yawning
Breed-Specific	Pointing, freezing on scent, soft mouth retrieval

Vocalization Baseline

Types	Barking, whining, howling, grunting
Frequency Range	150-2000 Hz
Tendency	Moderate

AI Communication Decoding

AI-Trainable Signals	Pointing posture, tail wagging amplitude, ear position, play bow
Context-Dependent Vocalizations	Alert barking at strangers, whining for attention, excited barking during play
Interspecies Communication	Strong visual communication with human handlers during hunting, responsive to hand signals