Irish Red and White Setter - Choosing an Irish Red and White Setter

Irish Red and White Setter - Choosing an Irish Red and White Setter

By: Renae Hamrick, RVT

Common Diseases and Disorders

  • Hypothyroidism is a disorder of the thyroid gland, which is the butterfly-shaped glandular organ located in the neck just below the voicebox.

  • Von Willebrand's Disease is caused by a deficiency of von Willebrand's factor (vWF), one of the elements that allow blood to form clots.

  • Cataracts are any opacities in the lens of the eye that interfere with vision.

  • Hip Dysplasia is a painful, crippling disease that causes a dog's hip to weaken, deteriorate and become arthritic.

  • Gastric Torsion, also known as bloat, is a life-threatening sudden illness associated with the stomach filling with air and twisting.

    Life Span

    The life expectancy of the Irish Red and WhiteCrystal Eye 4oz
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    Setter is approximately 11 to 15 years.


     
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