Most male dogs are larger than females of the same breed. Bitches are usually between 45 and 55 lb. and have a withers height of 23-25 in. (64-64 cm). Adult canines typically range in height from 25 to 27 inches at the withers and weight from 65 to 80 pounds. Field-bred Setters are smaller and have less coat than their show-bred counterparts.