Agreed, I seem to remember we may have discussed your dog's English bloodlines on "our friend's" other thread about sportsmanlike conduct. Seems I remember a pic of that fine animal of yours in the snow.
I hope you have some great fall hunting down your way.
Geno
PS, I have heard that folks that are interested in working versions of some other popular breeds are going back to the "old countries" for dogs like various setters and spaniels. American bred Irish Setters have a reputation, and it isn't always a nice one for a hunter.