Giving presents is something we usually enjoy doing, especially around the holidays or on special occasions. When you choose a gift for someone who is dear or important to you, you can hardly wait to see the surprise and delight on that person's face. And when want to really surprise that person and make sure that your gift will be appreciated, you usually think of something you know that person would love. But it has to be more than just that. The gift you choose for a special person has to be special, something unique that he or she will hold dear. What follows is addressed to people who love dogs or to those who want to choose a unique gift for their dog-loving friends.
You can always have a dog picture framed or have an artist paint a painting of your friend's dog, and that person will certainly be delighted. But I have to say that there is hardly anything creative and original about that. Instead of choosing a present that anyone could think of, your gift can be unique, if you simply do a little thinking out of the box. If imagination is not your strongest point, you can still rest assured that you can find original dog breed gifts, as other dog lovers have already beaten you to creating all sorts of excellent pieces, works of art in the true sense of the words, pieces that bear the image of breed dogs.
The diversity of dog breed gifts that you can choose from is nothing but overwhelming. Go online, and you will have so many woodcarvings with dogs to choose from that you can be certain you'll find something appropriate. I mean, you can always go to the shop down the street an buy something ordinary for the dog's owner, but that's no way to impress and delight the person that you care about. Instead of doing that, you can place your customized order from the privacy of your home, without wasting precious time on going from shop to shop, hoping that you will eventually find something worth spending money on. And you'll probably be surprised by the extensive list of dog breed gifts that you can order from, as there are hand carved and hand painted pieces for more than one hundred and fifty dog breeds.
Woodcarvings with dogs are fine works of art, but you may not happen to agree with me on that one. If the case is such, you should know that the dog breed gifts you can find online are hardly the only option you have as a gift to a person who loves dogs. You can choose from yet another extensive list of gifts, other than hand carved pieces, such as t-shirts, pillows, handbags, hats, or even mouse pads, all personalized with the image of that trusted companion. Tree ornaments, pieces of jewelry, clocks, and so much more can bear the image of the dog that your friend loves so much.
Undoubtedly the most hard work and dedication is put into creating those fine works of art that I was telling you about earlier, namely the hand carved dog breed gifts. You can only imagine how creating something with your hands is special, but you have to agree that carving wood is unique. Choosing a woodcarving as a gift for a friend who loves dog is not only appropriate, but also unique. Aside from the fact that the person will love the gift for what it is, he or she will also appreciate its high quality and uniqueness, not to mention the fact that you have been so thoughtful as to give an extraordinary gift.
The English Setter is a calm dog indoors but very active outside. She needs plenty of exercise. A properly fenced in yard would help her get her exercise but she is a digger and climber so beware when designing her enclosure. She can tend to be a barker so be prepared to train her early. She can tend to wander off after a scent so keep tabs on her. She is generally good with other pets except birds and rodents. She is also good with older children and generally has a high bite inhibition. As a reminder, never leave children unsupervised with a dog or puppy.
Approximate Adult Size
The approximate adult size (two years old or older) of the male English Setter is 24 to 27 inches to the withers (highest point of the shoulder) and 55 to 80 pounds. The female ranges from 23 to 26 inches to the withers and 45 to 70 pounds.
Special Health Considerations
Most dog breeds have certain inherited health problems associated with that specific breed and the English Setter is no exception. Be on the look out for canine hip dysplasia (genetic based looseness in the hip joint that can lead to arthritis pain and lameness), and false pregnancies. They may gain weight quickly so do not over feed. This disease list is an informative guideline only. Other diseases may also be significant threats, please contact your veterinarian for a complete list.
She should visit the veterinarian several times in the first year for shots, boosters and check up. Then, as an adult, she should visit the veterinarian yearly for shots and check up. As she gets older, six years and on, she should visit the veterinarian twice a year for check ups and shots. Remember; avoid feeding your dog sweets.
Grooming
The English Setter has flat, soft medium coat. that sheds medium. She should be bathed or dry shampooed when necessary. She should be brushed regularly. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, avoid mats, tangles and burrs and help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. Her hair at the bottom of her feet may need to be trimmed.
Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. Dog periodontal disease can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious disease.
Her toenails may need to be examined for growth and clipped regularly. The toenails of the rear feet grow slower than the toenails of the front feet. Generally a guillotine type trimmer is the best for this chore and competent instructions to accomplish this can be found on the net.
Life Span
The English Setter can live between 10 and 12 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.
History
The English Setter comes from England where they were bred from pointers and Spanish spaniels. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1878.
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