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CALI

Golden Retriever Schnoodle

Female, 10 mos

Columbus, OH

Color
Black
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
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SOFIA

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 mos

Columbus, OH

Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids
Good with dogs
Good with cats
Story
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Tom

Golden Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 8 mos

Delaware, OH

Color
Black
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Meet Tom, 70 Pounds of Goofy Chaos! Tom is a Retriever mix with the energy of a caffeinated toddler and absolutely zero concept of personal space. He’ll happily launch his entire body into you out of sheer love (and, let’s be honest, some pretty questionable impulse control). This big, lovable goofball truly believes he’s lap-sized, and he’ll try to prove it every chance he gets. Tom is a one-dog party who’s not interested in sharing the spotlight. He’s not a fan of kids, other dogs, or cats- he instead firmly believes he should be your one and only, and frankly, he thinks that’s more than fair. He’s looking for an adults-only home where he can be the center of attention, soak up all the affection, and not worry about little ones or furry rivals cramping his style. If you’re into outdoor adventures, Tom is your guy. He’s happiest when he’s running full-speed at a park, hiking a rugged trail, or chasing a ball in an endless game of fetch. Got a strong throwing arm? You just became his favorite person. A sense of humor and patience are musts- he’s as entertaining as he is endearing, and life with Tom is never boring. Already neutered, vaccinated, and ready to roll, Tom is searching for a home that can handle his big personality, boundless energy, and epic zoomies. If you're looking for a goofy best friend who gives 110% to everything, Tom just might be your perfect match!
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Haze

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Male, senior

Mt. Gilead, OH

Color
Red/Golden/Orange/Chestnut
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids
Not good with dogs
Not good with cats
Needs special attention
House-trained
Spayed or Neutered
Story
Haze is a 9 year old retriever mix. He is a gentle boy but will need a home without another dog. He is neutered and up to date on vaccinationsMay 13, 2025, 2:51 pm
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Adopting a Irish Setter

Frequently asked questions about acquiring an Irish Setter - the pros and cons of adopting versus going through a breeder, and associated costs.

The easiest way to adopt an Irish Terrier would be through a rescue that specializes in Irish Terriers. A great place to start would be to start a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Irish Terriers in your area.

The cost to adopt an Irish Setter pup is around $300, which helps the rescue or shelter cover the expenses of caring for your new BFF before adoption. In contrast, buying Irish Setters from breeders can be prohibitively expensive. Depending on their breeding, they usually cost anywhere from $700 to $3,000.

The easiest way to adopt an Irish Setter is through a rescue that specializes in Irish Setters. A great avenue to begin looking is starting a breed search on Adopt a Pet. The search will show you all the available Irish Setters in your area.

Irish Setter fun facts

Fun Facts:

Presidents Truman, Nixon, and Reagan all owned Irish Setters.

In Great Britain, hunting dogs were bred to sit quietly when they smelled game (as opposed to "pointers" that were popular elsewhere in Europe). Irish Setters were trained to sit and wait for their master(s), therefore they became known as "setters."

Irish Setters weren't always all red. In the beginning, their hunter masters thought they'd be easier to spot with white and red coloring, but as they began to be used more for show and less for hunting, their solid red coloring took precedent.

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Irish Setter Breed Guide

Before you adopt, learn everything about Irish Setter types to temperament and health issues to popular Irish Setter mixes in our Breed 101 Guides.