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German Shorthaired Pointer
German Shorthaired Pointers are highly intelligent and energetic hunting dogs, while being a very friendly and willing companion.
Fun Fact
The German Shorthair is a versatile hunting dog who can not only point birds, but also hunt rabbits and raccoons, trail deer, and retrieve on land or from water.
Height
Male: 23-25in
Female: 21-23in
Weight
Male: 55-70lb
Female: 45-60lb
The German Shorthaired Pointer is an early example of fine German engineering. Besides being a super hunting dog, the German Shorthair is a standout in the show ring: two German Shorthairs have taken Best in Show at Westminster Kennel Club.
German Shorthaired Pointers are an all-purpose close-working gun dog with agility, power and endurance. This hunting dog was bred to do it all, including being an attentive, family-loving companion and a watchdog for the property. Few breeds are more versatile -- and more demanding of their owners’ energy and attention. Big, strong and enthusiastic, this breed needs to be taught how to behave around the children and socialized from a youn gage. They may also need to be trained not to "hunt" the family cat or other small pets.
As a high-energy dog, they require at least an hour of exercise daily. Without this, they may become nervous and destructive. GSPs are also people-oriented, and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time without something to keep them busy. Build at least a six-foot tall fence if you plan to leave them alone outside to prevent their inner escape-artist. Sometimes known for barking at strangers and noises, they can be protective, especially females with litter puppies.
German Shorthaired Pointers are an all-purpose close-working gun dog with agility, power and endurance. This hunting dog was bred to do it all, including being an attentive, family-loving companion and a watchdog for the property. Few breeds are more versatile -- and more demanding of their owners’ energy and attention. Big, strong and enthusiastic, this breed needs to be taught how to behave around the children and socialized from a youn gage. They may also need to be trained not to "hunt" the family cat or other small pets.
As a high-energy dog, they require at least an hour of exercise daily. Without this, they may become nervous and destructive. GSPs are also people-oriented, and don't like to be left alone for long periods of time without something to keep them busy. Build at least a six-foot tall fence if you plan to leave them alone outside to prevent their inner escape-artist. Sometimes known for barking at strangers and noises, they can be protective, especially females with litter puppies.
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Von Willebrand Disease Type II, Type II vWD VWF, Pointer VariantBlood
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Hereditary Sensory Autonomic Neuropathy, Acral Mutilation Syndrome, AMS GDNF-AS, Spaniel and Pointer VariantBrain and Spinal Cord
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Day Blindness, Cone Degeneration, Achromatopsia CNGB3 Exon 6, German Shorthaired Pointer VariantEyes
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Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 8, NCL 8 CLN8, Australian Shepherd VariantMultisystem
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