Some of North America’s top hunting dogs and their handlers are competing this week at Lake Murray for the AKC Gun Dog Championship.

Setters are types of dogs that hunters often use to hunt birds that live mostly on the ground, such as quail, which is why they’re also called bird dogs. The dogs don’t catch the birds themselves, but ...

Irish dog breeds were originally developed as working dogs to perform specific tasks for humans. These include terriers, setters, hounds, and spaniels, all originating from the Emerald Isle. These ...

Known for its silky, mahogany coat, the Irish Setter is considered to be one of the most beautiful dog breeds. This dog has more than just good looks, though. Part of the gundog or sporting group, ...