Laurel Oak Irish Red and White Setters - Wisconsin Irish Red and White Setter Breeders

Cailin is now the first AKC Senior Hunter..Onward to Master Hunter.

My goal is to breed selectively and positively for dogs of Irish type that can still carry out their working function. That means using dogs in my breeding program with known and proven working ability. Cailin (pictured) was the first AKC show champion, but also is the first and only AKC Senior Hunter. Sean our male, is a great bird dog who we imported from Ireland out of true Irish gun dogs. These two have produced puppies that excell in the field as well as the show ring. Our dogs are always Owner/Handled/Trained. (additional pictures can be seen in the Pedigree section above or by visiting our website listed below)

Irish Red and White Setter

Hunting, Stud Services

Judy Baumgartner
16215 Keller Road
Kiel, Wisconsin 53042
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As a competitor, lover & ambassador for my breed, "Weimaraners" for more than 40 years, My husband Todd & I were extremely impressed with Judy & her dogs the first time we met at a hunt test. Not only are they exceptionally beautiful, they show great style & intensity in the field. We have a high regard for the dedication Judy shows to making sure this new AKC breed will continue to improve & become one of the versitile pointing dogs it was intended to be. Judy will surely be acknowledged as one of the first founding contributors to this magnificent breed in America.

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After much research my wife and I agreed that an IRWS would be a wonderful addition to our family (two young kids, 3 & 10 and a 6-yr-old German Wire Haired Pointer). I wanted another dog I could hunt with and my wife wanted a soft, mellow tempered sweetheart. We both got just what we wanted. At nine-months, Jack our IRWS from Laurel Oaks is an incredible addition to our family, sweet, happy and showing high promise as a bird dog (I have yet to shoot over him--I will post further updates as he develops as a hunter). Finding a pup of this breed was not an easy task, and we talked with other breeders before discovering Laurel Oaks. Immediately, Judy Baumgartner struck us as a caring breeder who was breeding some of the most beautiful dogs in the country. Her personal attention to finding her pups the best homes was evident from our first our conversation and the steady updates, and pictures made us feel a part of our pup's life from day one (and even before!). We have continued to stay in touch with Judy and feel incredibly grateful for having found her. I cannot think of an adjective worthy of describing just how wonderful these dogs are and, in my opinion, I cannot imagine a better breeder or lineage than the ones that our dog came from (Sean and Cailin). Thank you Judy!!!

Will,

Tucson, AZ

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Wanting a unique dog as a retirement buddy, I decided upon an Irish Red and White Setter and soon found that they are quite hard to find in the United States. After checking some web sites, I came upon Laurel Oak Setters and learned one of the dogs had a new litter. I contacted Judy Baumgardner and found one of the puppies was still available. Talking with Judy was much like talking to an old friend. She completely made me feel at ease with this new experience of finding and buying a dog online. Judy very much wanted her puppies to go to a good home and after answering her questions, satisfying her need to know that her puppy was going to a good home, my family and I were lucky enough to get a female at 10 weeks. She is not just selling dogs, but works to make the right match, dog to owner and protecting the bred. Judy was also available for any questions I had regarding health, feeding and just about anything under the sun. I wanted to do this right and Judy made it happen. I would recommend Laurel Oak Setters to any one interested in this fine breed. Kacey is a very loving dog with lots of energy. My vet and her staff were fascinated with my unique puppy from the first day. She recently graduated from puppy school and our trainer has been very impressed with her intelligence, temperament and beauty. Judy is an honest and caring breeder and has provided all the AKC certificates and after five months has been available for advice and information to ensure we remain happy dog owners.

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I have had the great opportunity to train with Judy Baumgartner and her trio of IRWSs - Cailin, Gracie & Sean. I have to say that I'm very impressed with the breed and with Judy's dogs in particular. As a devoted GSP owner, working with IRWSs has been an interesting & rewarding experience - they have a much different temperament than GSPS - but these dogs can definitely hunt! I'm impressed with their noses and pointing style. And they are "truly Irish" in their demeanor - very happy & devoted. I would strongly recommend that anybody wishing to know more about the breed to work directly with Judy & go see her dogs in action. She's working hard to prove that IRWSs can do it all - both in the show ring & in the field. Keep up the great work, Judy!

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