Irish Setter Dog Names

Introduction

Irish setters are beautiful dogs...and now you're lucky enough to own one. Their burnished red coat, big brown eyes and long, silky ears are gorgeous to look at but their soul is even more beautiful. Active and fun loving, these dogs are sweet-natured and make great playmates for the kids. These rambunctious redheads are among the fastest of all breeds, with powerful legs and a slender yet sturdy body. They require a lot of exercise and play time. They were originally bred as bird dogs and now often work as gun dogs, but despite their willingness to work hard, they are loving and loyal pets.

Irish Setter Dog Names in Pop Culture

Featured Famous Irish Setter Dog

Mac

Mac was a very handsome boy, just turning four years old. His hair was glossy chestnut, his eyes a soulful brown, and his smile was infectious. Mac was an Irish setter. Unfortunately, Irish setters are one of the breeds prone to get AIHA, which is the easy way to say Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia. It can be occur for no reason at all or be instigated for some other reason. But one thing for sure, it is nearly always fatal.

Mac celebrated his birthday in early May in his favorite way possible: a long run on the beach and through the dunes with his pet parent Chantal Mcilvene-Wright. He loved the experience and had a joyful day.

But just a couple days later Mac didn't want to eat. Nor did he want food the day after that, and by the third day he not only didn't want to eat but he seemed lethargic. His owner knew it was time to make a move.The vet thought Mac might have crystals in his bladder so he took a urine sample and they went home. The next day Mac didn't want to move at all and his owner immediately called the vet again. This time they took a blood sample and Mac was kept at the clinic on an IV for dehydration. More blood sample were sent to the lab.

The next morning Mac's owner was told the Irish setter was dying. They said he had AIHA and wasn't strong enough to survive it. The shock was horrific. Fortunately family friend and setter breeder Dorothy Park was unwilling to give up. She made a few phone calls and in no time Dorothy, Chantal, Mac, and Dorothy's dog Charlie made the trip to Earlswood Veterinary Referrals Hospital in Belfast. Charlie was along to be a blood donor.

Mac was severely anemic when they arrived and was immediately put in the intensive care unit. AIHA tricks the body into destroying its own red blood cells. These are the cells that carry the oxygen throughout the body and to the vital organs. Without them, the blood thickens and form clots everywhere, bringing about certain death. Charlie was the first dog to donate blood. He was given large doses of drugs to suppress the immune system.

Still he needed two more transfusions. The results were that he was still alive but not doing well. They needed that medicine to kick in and do its job. And at last it did. Mac is now back to his old, energetic self, thanks to Dorothy Park, good medical care, and luck. The sad part is, the AIHA can return at any time. At last count he was eight years old.and living and loving life with his family..

Irish Setter Dog Name Considerations

Choosing a name for your Irish Setter is a fun job but it is also a big decision. The name you give your dog will probably be their name for life and should fit both the pup and your personal style.

First, eliminate the names you don't like from the categories you have chosen. You may want to break your choices down into groups like sports names, names inspired by the breed heritage, or a name that fits your pup's personality. Sometimes it is best to take a few days to settle on a name while you get to know your new dog. That gives you time to discover if your dog is speedy, funny, brave, or loving.

Many people choose to give their dog a human name. If you decide to take that route, choose a name that isn't already in the family. Although you might be honoring your husband William by naming the dog Willie, it will be confusing to the dog. When your dog hears, "Will, take out the trash, please," it's sure to confuse them.

In the same way, a name that sounds too much like a command will create misunderstandings as well. "Moe" can easily be mistaken for "No' or 'Shea' for stay. Naming your new Irish setter is a big step in their training, so keep it short and clear. Your dog needs to be able to easily tell when you are speaking to them and respond well to commands. Using one or two syllables is best. Don't worry. You'll find the perfect name for your pup with a little thought and care.

Male Irish Setter Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
3	Lucky For the luck of the Irish
2	Riley This means a small stream
1	Conan It means little wolf
1	Blarney The town that is home to the Blarney Stone
1	Grady It means industrious or noble
1	Sullivan This means black-eyed one
0	Finnegan It means fair or white
0	Aidan It means small and fiery
0	Duff This means swarthy
-1	Murphy An Irish surname that means sea warrior
-1	Liam It means resolute protection
-1	Kirby Is a church settlement
-1	Brady This means spirited
-1	Rogan It means redhaired
-1	Keegan It means son of Egan
-1	Flynn It means son of the red haired one
-1	Whiskey Irish whiskey is much enjoyed
-1	Dagda A powerful god in Irish mythology
-1	Fergus This name means high energy
-2	Paddy Shortened from Patrick, like St. Patrick
-2	Comet Because Irish setters are so fast
-2	Puca A creature of Irish folklore
-2	Limerick A town in the midwest of Ireland
-2	Guinness An Irish stout that originated in Dublin
-2	Ennis The name of an Irish town
-2	Bono For the frontman of the band U2, an Irishman
-3	Fin MacCool An Irish legend with a great name
-3	Donavan It means dark
-3	Seamus A version of James
-3	Shandy A beer and a soft drink blended together; a popular drink in Ireland

Female Irish Setter Dog Names

Votes	Name	Vote
5	Ruby A precious red jewel
0	Kira It means little dark eyes
0	Peaches The orange-red color of the fruit mimics the color of your dog
0	Scarlet A bright red color or a salute to Scarlet O'Hara
0	Berry A sweet fruit
-1	Maeve This means goddess of song
-1	Diva Irish for divine one
-1	Keely This means beautiful
-1	Enya It means little fire; a great name for a fiery Irish setter
-1	Myrna This means festive and high spirited just like your Irish setter
-1	Pixie A little mischievous supernatural being
-1	Cherry A sweet, red fruit
-2	Neala This means champion
-2	Bree It means strong
-2	Bridget It means strong
-2	Meryl It means falcon
-2	Ethne This name means fire
-2	Quinn It means wise.
-2	Diedre It means sad one
-2	Colleen It means little girl
-2	Sprite A fairy or elf
-2	Cayenne A red pepper
-2	Brandy A rich, heady beverage
-2	Shannon The name of two of the Beach Boys' Irish Setters and the inspiration for their #2 song Shannon
-2	Sangria A sweet wine drink
-2	Nora It means honor
-2	Regan Little ruler
-2	Bevin It means fair lady
-2	Darcy Descended from the dark-haired one
-3	Keavy It means gentle and pretty
-3	Bailey A delicious Irish creme liquor