Country of Origin: The Gordon Setter is a large breed of dog
that was developed in 17th century Scotland. The breed was
popularized by Duke Alexander the 4th of Gordon in the 19th
century as an excellent gun dog. The Gordon Setter is most often
utilized to hunt gamebirds such as, partridge, pheasant,
blackgame, snipe, woodcock, quail and guinea fowl. All of these
birds will attempt to conceal themselves rather than take flight
when threatened, allowing the dog to point out the prey to their
hunter. The Gordon Setter is also a fine retriever, as they
possess great stamina and an excellent sense of smell. While the
Gordon Setter is conditioned to hunt regardless of climate, they
are not as fast on their feet as a pointer and so the breed
began to lose favor. The Gordon Setter still makes an
outstanding one-man gun dog along with their other talents of
guarding, tracking and watchdog skills. The Gordon Setter was
first recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1884 and was one
of the breeds utilized in creating