The Llewellin descends directly from the longest existing breed of Setters in the world. The Laverack
base of the breed goes back to the 1500's.
By the early 1900's in the USA there were no lines
of English Setters that did not have the Llewellin bred into them. The Llewellin blood proved to be so superior
in competition that there were no strains of Native or English Setters left pure. The Llewellin was recognized as a
breed on its own. All other strains were recognized as English Setters. From the beginning a Llewellin and English
Setter bred together resulted in the registration of the pups as English Setters.
Llewellin Setters have been bred for over 100 years to hunt the game birds and
cover of the United States. Many claim their nose is second to no other bird dog. For the foot hunter, their
desire and bird finding ability is truly a gift.
Mr. Richard Llewellin Purcell Llewellin, Esq. developed the
breed into what it is today... beauty at the bench and form in the field, with a tremendous temperament...
To find out more, check out the "Links" Page...
