Gordon Setters have been in my life for thirty years now and I wouldn’t be without
one. They are lovable characters and such good friends to all the family, although
usually one person has their special attention.
My first Gordon Setter was a character nicknamed “Angus MacTavish”. He stayed with
my sister and brother-in-law for a short time while we were on holiday, during which
he was the subject of much attention from the locals who did not know what sort
of dog he was. His visit even inspired some poetry featured on the page.
Welcome to Weblyn Gordon Setters
The Gordon Setter is a reasonable size dog standing roughly 65 cm (26 ins) at the
shoulder. Compared to the English Setter the Gordon is roughly the same height but
a heavier build. He is heavier and more solid in appearance than the Irish Setter
also. The overall appearance is one of stamina and strength rather than speed.
All Setter heads have the same basic outlines as adults but the Gordon has a more
pronounced stop with the muzzle slightly shorter in length than the stop to the
occiput (NZ and UK Standards) and a larger more rounded skull than their Irish and
English cousins. The head should be deep rather than broad. Ears are set low roughly
level with the eye. The black of the coat is shiny coal-black and tan markings are
present on the muzzle, above the eyes, two spots on the chest, under the tail and
on the lower legs and feet. Pencilling in black on the toes.