Irish Red and White Setter — cost & care
Courageous, Spirited, Determined. Medium sporting dog.
A Irish Red and White Setter costs roughly $31,600 over its lifetime (11–15 years), or about $2,230/year: ~$740 food, ~$560 insurance, ~$600 routine vet, ~$80 grooming. Purchase price runs $600–$2,200.
📍 Costs in USD (United States) — see this breed in another country.
3.3cups of food / day (~24.7 lb/mo)
5.9cups of water / day
13 yraverage lifespan (11–15)
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A Irish Red and White Setter eats ~24.7 lb/month. Shop medium-breed foodFull cost breakdown
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Purchase (one-off) | $600–$2,200 |
| Food / year | $740 (3.3 cups/day) |
| Pet insurance / year | $560 (est.) |
| Routine vet / year | $600 |
| Grooming / year | $80 |
| Supplies & misc / year | $250 |
| Total annual | $2,230 |
| Lifetime total | $31,600 |
Breed stats
| Size | Medium |
| Avg weight | 48 lb |
| Height | 57–66 in |
| Lifespan | 11–15 yrs |
| Group | Sporting |
| Hypoallergenic | No |
Temperament & care
| Energy | 5/5 |
| Trainability | 4/5 |
| Good with families | 4/5 |
| Apartment-friendly | 3/5 |
| Shedding | 3/5 |
| Grooming need | 2/5 |
Common health conditions
Breed-specific hereditary conditions vary — ask a vet about recommended health screening for this breed.
How we calculate: food cost = breed weight → vet RER/MER calorie formula → cups/day → US food-price average. Insurance = NAPHIA US average adjusted by breed health-risk tier and size. Estimates — verify with your vet and insurer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Irish Red and White Setter cost per year?
About $2,230 a year — roughly $740 food, $560 insurance, $600 vet and $80 grooming.
What is the lifetime cost of a Irish Red and White Setter?
Around $31,600 across its 11–15-year lifespan, including purchase and first-year setup.
How much does a Irish Red and White Setter eat?
About 3.3 cups of food a day (~24.7 lb per month).
How much water should a Irish Red and White Setter drink?
About 5.9 cups of water a day — verify with your vet for your animal.
Is the Irish Red and White Setter hypoallergenic?
No — the Irish Red and White Setter sheds and is not considered hypoallergenic.