Irish Setter Puppies for Sale in Liverpool
A strong Merseyside market for family dogs, cats and small animals. The Irish Setter is a flamboyant red gundog — fast, friendly and slow to grow up. Beautiful, and a real commitment in exercise terms.
Quick answer
How much do Irish Setter puppies cost in Liverpool?
Irish Setter puppies typically cost £900–£1,800 in Liverpool. Sellers must be verified before advertising on PetTrader, puppies and kittens cannot be sold under 8 weeks old, and Irish Setters live around 12–14 years. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying.
- Typical price
- £900–£1,800
- Lifespan
- 12–14 years
- Size
- Large (58–67cm)
- Exercise
- 2 hours daily
Live Irish Setter listings in Liverpool
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Buying a Irish Setter in Liverpool
Irish Setter adverts in Liverpool come from local breeders, private owners and rescues, who are asked to complete a photo ID and live selfie check — look for the Verified badge. Typical prices sit around £900–£1,800, and demand in and around Liverpool means good litters are often reserved quickly — message the seller through PetTrader rather than paying a deposit off-site.
Check the seller's badges
Look for Verified, Licensed Breeder, KC Registered or Insured badges on Liverpool adverts — each one is confirmed by our team against uploaded paperwork.
View at the seller's home
Under Lucy's Law, puppies must be seen with their mother at the place they were bred. Never meet at a car park, station or motorway services near Liverpool.
Ask for local paperwork
Request the microchip number, vet records, worming and vaccination dates, plus the council licence number if the seller is a licensed breeder in Liverpool.
Set your travel radius
Use the distance filter with your postcode to see Irish Setter adverts within 10, 25 or 50 miles of Liverpool instead of scrolling the whole country.
Budget beyond the price
On top of the £900–£1,800 purchase price, plan for insurance, food, vaccinations and neutering — ongoing costs in Liverpool are usually higher than rural areas.
Pay safely
Keep conversations in PetTrader messaging, never pay by bank transfer to hold an animal you haven't seen, and report anything that feels wrong to our team.
Read the full pet buying safety guide or browse all pets for sale in Liverpool.
About the Irish Setter
Temperament
Exuberant, affectionate, playful
Size
Large (58–67cm)
Lifespan
12–14 years
Exercise needs
2 hours daily
Grooming
Medium to high — feathering tangles easily
Best suited to
Active families with secure land nearby
What to know before buying a Irish Setter in Liverpool
- •Stays puppyish for two to three years
- •Ask about PRA and CLAD DNA testing
- •Needs free running, not just lead walks
- •Always view the animal in person at the seller's home before paying a deposit.
Irish Setter buying questions
How much do Irish Setter puppies cost in the UK?+
Irish Setter puppies typically sell for £900–£1,800 in the UK. Prices move with health testing, Kennel Club registration, pedigree lines and location. Vaccinations, microchipping, worming and a vet check should all be included in the price.
What should I ask a Irish Setter breeder before buying?+
Ask to see the puppy with its mother in the home where it was bred, request health test certificates for both parents, confirm the microchip is registered and the first vaccination is done, and check the breeder holds a council licence if they breed regularly. Never pay a deposit before visiting in person.
Is a Irish Setter a good family pet?+
Irish Setters suit families who can meet their exercise, training and grooming needs. Match the breed to your home, your daily routine and the age of your children rather than to looks alone.
Where can I find Irish Setter puppies for sale near me?+
Browse the live Irish Setter adverts on this page, then filter by county or town. Adverts come from licensed breeders, private sellers and rescues, and sellers on PetTrader are asked to complete a photo-ID check — look for the Verified badge.
What age can a Irish Setter puppy legally leave its mother?+
Under Lucy's Law it is illegal in England to sell a puppy under 8 weeks old, and puppies must be sold by the breeder from the place they were born, with the mother present. Walk away from any seller who will not show you the mother.
Are there Irish Setter puppies for sale in Liverpool right now?+
Live Irish Setter listings in Liverpool are shown at the top of this page. Availability changes regularly, so check back or widen your search to nearby areas if nothing is listed today.
How far should I travel to buy a Irish Setter near Liverpool?+
Most UK buyers travel up to an hour to view a puppy or kitten. Always view the animal at the seller's home with its mother before paying anything — never arrange a meeting in a car park or service station.
Are Irish Setter sellers in Liverpool checked by PetTrader?+
We ask every seller advertising in Liverpool to complete a photo ID and live selfie check, and breeders add their council licence and microchip details. Accounts reviewed by our team carry badges such as Verified, Licensed Breeder and Insured.