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Gordon/Irish setter and Goldie/Flattie owners please!!
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Hamish our Gordon Setter was something else....... When he was 6 mths we had a behaviourist out as he was just mad lol. We thought naughty, but they said he was one of the most intelligent dogs she had met. Hamish was dominated rather than a dominator. He was great with other dogs but didn't like kids, but that is prob because we didnt have any in the family so when he did see them he just didnt know what they were lol. He did have selective deafness...stuborn little monkey. But his recall was superb, i never had any issues or concerns with him. He was as loyal as they come and a smashing chap. He passed away a couple of weeks ago and lived to 13. Which im told is a good Setter age. I would recommend one of these dogs anyday. |
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Do they have any bad health issues apart from HD etc...? Do they dominate (English setters don't seem to do dominance....) What is their recall like? (English setters have selective deafness  )Health - Touch wood I've not had any major health issues with my 3 boys. Duke (old man) has a little skin tag thing on his bottom jaw at the moment - off to the vets tomorrow night to have a look at it! Dominance - I have the occasional grumble - usually to do with food - and it's nipped in the bud straight away. All 3 are entire and are nearly 10, 8.5 and nearly 5 years old and they all live together very happily. Recall - a bit like English Setters on this one (well for me anyway). They are very well behaved for my husband and on the whole well behaved for me. Best of luck with whatever your final choice is - I am fancying a Gordon one day myself. Regards, Karen |
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Hi I'm down to one Gordon Setter at the Mo (eagerly waiting for the next one!!) My two boys were like chalk and cheese. Albert is the most laid back dog I have ever met, whereas Archie was totally different and alot more outgoing. Both have been good with kids they've met even although they haven't been brought up with them and I've generally found them very people orientated but with an independant streak (I know that doesn't make sense but can't think how to else to describe them  )In answer to your questions Health issues - hip scoring is the only thing tested for at the mo (as per code of ethics) dominance - Albert wouldn't know the meaning of the word! As a whole they are a friendly breed but they do need lots of socialisation and a firm hand from time to time. Discipline can be a very fine line with them as if you're too hard on them they will go to pieces. Recalls - really depends on the individual dog. Archie's was terrible whereas Albert is great and generally doesn't go too far from you. They really are a great breed and the breed club champ show is on on Saturday at Ryton-on-Dunsmore where myself and Rachelsetter will be there if you want to meet one or two. any other questions let me know. Jill PS catsta2001 love your boy, sorry to hear he passed away recently. Where did you get him from (PM me if you prefer) |
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Flat Coats don't really do dominance either!! They are prone to cancer(as are GRs I believe), so you need to check lines carefUlly (happy to help!) No massive problems with HD etc but they do need to have their eyes checked.To be honest as long as the dreaded cancer doesn't get them they are healthy dogs. We decided tha if we do lose a FCR to cancer at least we know it has lived life to the full, because that is what they do best. They are such fun dogs. They make you smile on a daily basis and enjoy every moment. They want to be with you and participate in every aspect of your life. I have had one with appalling recall and one with exceptional recall...as long as you get them interested in you its fine...until someone who shall be nameless sees water or mud... For the right owners they are amazing dogs..I think Setter owners and FCR owners are similar types of people. I think you would enjoy the madness that is a FCR!!!!! They are daft as brushes. I never know whetheror not to be offended when people tell me only 'certain types' of people own them and enjoy them....not sure what they are trying to say, but with you it is a compliment!!!!  |
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Thanks for all your help so far  Catsta your Hamish was stunning, there will be a Gordon with us one day.... maybe we should just buy a place with enough room for 8 dogs, then I can have all of these 4 plus another English Ooh Ramble forgot to ask, can I borrow Cosmo for a test drive  |
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I'm not an owner of any of those breeds, but I think my vote would be for a gordon My OH had Golden Retrievers growing up and is a big fan, but recently (over last 1-2 years) I seem to be meeting more and more with temperament issues, something which I had never ever experienced before. No doubt down to poor breeding, but makes it doubly important to make sure you pick the right breeder. |
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 My neighbours dog was a Goldie, almost white in colour and he was stunning, he died a fortnight ago and I felt so sad when he died, he was such a good boy, loved my gang... I know I am leaning towards a Gordon or Flattie, but then I see an Irish or goldie and start thinking mmmm |
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