Dogs

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Germany

MOST SUITED AS Field sports dog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 63 - 66cm ( 24 1/2- 26in) for dogs and 60 - 63cm (23 1/2 - 24 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The long-haired coat can be plain brown, but also brown with a white band or white with a brown head and brown markings.

CARE REQUIRED
This breed does not need much attention to its coat. Brush the hair regularly and trim any excess hair between the pads of the feet. Occasionally it is necessary to pluck old (brown) hair. It is simple to recognize this because it will be lighter than the rest of the coat.

CHARACTER
These dogs are affectionate, lively, loyal to their family, gentle-natured and equable, intelligent and eager to learn, and have a good scenting nose.

TRAINING
These dogs can learn and want to, making their training much easier. This makes them an ideal choice for those without much experience They are outstanding all-round field sports dogs.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
The Long-haired German Pointer is very sociable and gets on well with dogs and other animals. Most of them are very loving with children.

EXERCISE
This breed is first and foremost a hunting dog which likes to swim and search. There is no greater pleasure you can give this dog than to take it on a hike through the countryside. They belong with a sportive family which likes to be out of doors. When the Long-haired German Pointer gets sufficient exercise, it is quite calm when indoors.

GENERAL
The Long-haired German Pointer is highly regarded by field sports people who find it a very reliable working dog. They also make first-class family pets provided they are kept active and get enough exercise.