German Pointer

Short Haired German Pointers

arysetiawati — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:09:29 +0000

Short Haired German Pointers

The Short haired German Pointers is one of the two official breeds of German pointer recognized by the American Kennel Club. Compared to its Long-haired cousin, this breed of German pointer has a shorter coat of hair and is more popular in countries with warmer climates. Caring for the Short haired German Pointers is extremely important for this breed owners as these dogs are relatively fragile and vulnerable to illnesses given their small size as compared to other dogs.

The Short haired German Pointers was developed as a hunting dog and today he still excels in that capacity. This is a breed that is more than just a hunter, but those wanting “just a pet” would do well to remember their hunting heritage.

What is it that breeders are thinking when they breed Short haired German Pointers? It is possible that they could be considering the most handsome or beautiful dog ever to grace their kennels. On the other hand, some breeders might be considering the tasks that this particular breed may be required to do.

Many breeders started focusing on the appearance of the Short haired German Pointers, then gravitated to recognizing the importance of the breed’s function as a hunter. Both form and function involve the coat of the Short haired German Pointers, not only for its looks, but also the contribution of the coat to the hunting function. At present, it seems that breeders are in more agreement that both the form and the function of the Short haired German Pointers are important when breeding the dogs.

However, this is a breed that for those who don’t hunt can excel at agility, rally, DockDog competition, tracking, obedience and anywhere the ability to work with their owner towards a common goal is prized. This gives an outlet for that high energy drive the dog possesses. They want to be with people, working with people and learning.

Open area, a happy dog and a partnership creates a bond. On a fall morning you’re in the meadows and your Short haired German Pointers snaps to a point as he notices a bird in the grass ahead and for a moment all is right with the world. A view with a beautiful, functional dog that wants to work with YOU. Life is good!

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Shorthaired German Pointers

arysetiawati — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:08:00 +0000

Shorthaired German Pointers

Shorthaired German Pointers is a dog breed full of energy and requires a large amount of exercise to be able to burn it off. The best type of family for this dog breed is one that is very active and enjoys spending a large amount of time doing outdoor pursuits. However, if you are not a person who loves being outside and active, there are still many things you can do to keep your Shorthaired German Pointers happy and well engaged. As a hunting breed, the dog is naturally obedient and with early positive reinforcement training, the dog can learn just about anything and will perform many tricks

They were created by crossing the old Spanish pointers with several other breeds such as scent and tracking hounds; Foxhounds, Italian Pointers, German Tracking Hounds, German Bird Dogs and English Pointers. This mixture produced an open, lean, hunting dog with great flexibility, being capable to retrieve both fur and feather, on land and water. These dogs do very will in companion hunting as well as field trials, hunt tests, tracking trials and as show dogs.

This is an adaptable breed with keen scent senses and intelligence for any job you want to teach them. He loves an active family and requires minimal grooming to keep his short coat in condition. However, today breeders often focus on the same traits of bidibility, instincts and intelligence that allow them to excel as gun dogs along with the physical requirements to get the job done. Intelligence only goes so far if the dog isn’t willing to learn what you want to teach him!

The Shorthaired German Pointers club of America still values those dogs that can get the national championships in field trials as well as conformation. Indeed a large portion of the site is on field trials, hunting tests, gun dog information, versatility dogs and, of course, show dogs.

The breed makes an excellent watchdog, but also suffers from severe separation anxiety when left alone too much. The dog is strong-willed and has a mind of its own which is tempered by a dependable and steady nature. Once you have given much thought to everything entailed in owning a dog of this breed, only then can you determine if a Shorthaired German Pointers would be right for your family.

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Shorthaired Pointers

arysetiawati — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 22:06:28 +0000

Shorthaired Pointers

Have you ever wondered which dog breeds are the most popular in hunting activities? This article will briefly present the most popular hunting dogs used by millions of hunters from all corners of the world. Several breeds of hunting dogs are collectively called hound dogs. The reason why these dogs are used for hunting is that they are strong, very fast, top-notch eye sights and a very developed sense of smell.

Shorthaired Pointers is one of the few dog breeds that can work in water and rough terrains alike. This is a very versatile gun dog that can be used as a pointer, upland dog, water dog or a retriever. The dog is capable of chasing & killing even the most large and dangerous animals. The dog can be easily trained but it needs plenty of vigorous activities for its physical fitness.

The temperament of this breed suits both positions, as it has been endowed with a good nose, greater than average trainability, a gentle manner, and a well-developed protective instinct. However, Shorthaired Pointers can stand anywhere between twenty-one and twenty-five inches tall, categorizing him as a medium breed. Adults typically weigh anywhere from forty-five to seventy pounds and the female Pointer is usually a little bit shorter and slightly lighter than the male.

In essence, the Shorthaired Pointers has to be able to work in the bitter cold and to be able to work in the water. Therefore, the short, but dense and thick coat is assists with both aspects of function. This breed can function in the water, on land, and in very cold weather. It was bred to be a hunting dog but also a family dog, so it is usually easily trained as well as playful and friendly. They are also a very intelligent breed, so training usually comes naturally to them and make perfect gun dogs.

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Shorthair Pointer

arysetiawati — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:04:30 +0000

Shorthair Pointer

What is it that breeders are thinking when they breed Shorthair Pointers? It is possible that they could be considering the most handsome or beautiful dog ever to grace their kennels. On the other hand, some breeders might be considering the tasks that this particular breed may be required to do.

Sleek, graceful, and athletic the Shorthair Pointer comes in a variety of colors. These color range from liver to orange and you can find Shorthair Pointer with a number of varying patterns on their coats. They may also be lemon (shades of yellow commonly used to describe dogs) as well as black and chocolate brown. The various patterns on their coats are known as ticking and may range from small spots to large areas.

However, the Shorthair Pointer can also serve as a great watchdog. Strangers approaching the house will be greeted with a wicked bark, alerting you of their presence. If you want it to stop upon your say so, train it to do so.

This pet is highly intelligent and learns fast, so educating it is easy. It has the tendency to develop unwanted behavior, which should be dealt with at an early age. Behavioral lessons should be implemented first before teaching it any tricks. Both should begin at an early age and be consistent through out its life. In essence, the Shorthair Pointer has to be able to work in the bitter cold and to be able to work in the water. Therefore, the short, but dense and thick coat is assists with both aspects of function. This breed can function in the water, on land, and in very cold weather.

They are great pets provided you give them ample attention, plenty of exercise, and freedom to play vigorously. Problems will arise if you keep them confined without adequate exercise. If you are planning on owning Shorthair Pointer, be prepared to encourage him or her with plenty of daily activities and you will be rewarded with a loyal and trustworthy companion.

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Short Haired German Pointer

arysetiawati — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:02:40 +0000

Short Haired German Pointer

With so many different dog breeds available, how can you know which dog is right the right pet for you and your family? There are so many things to take into consideration when selecting a puppy including size, behavior, health concerns, compatibility with other pets and children, temperament and grooming requirements.

The origins of the Short Haired German Pointer are not quite clear, but it is believed that the breed descended from the German Bird Dog, which was related to the Spanish Pointer. The Short Haired German Pointer was developed in Germany by crossbreeding with hounds and tracking dogs, then later the English Pointer.

These Pointers love physical activities and are long, lean, and friendly. It is not necessary to groom it often. You can bathe it only when it gets very dirty.

Short Haired German Pointer is a highly active dog that will do best if given a job, such as hunting, tracking or acting as a watchdog. These field dogs have a very keen sense of smell and have been bred as all-purpose hunters and gun dogs. It is essential that the Short Haired German Pointer is given plenty of exercise, preferably several times daily. The breed’s energy level is also well-manged with proper training. This intelligent breed responds well to many forms of training.

It you are thinking of getting one, they need a lot of attention and activity. They were bred to be active so need plenty of exercise to prevent them getting hyperactive and possibly destructive. It is not unheard of for under exercised Pointers to escape from their owners garden in an attempt to exercise themselves. This means they are not a breed for a family that have little time to devote the exercising the dog, or one with a small garden.

A Short Haired German Pointer, therefore, is very good choice for people who suffer from dog allergies.

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Shorthaired German Pointer

arysetiawati — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:59:38 +0000

Shorthaired German Pointer

The Shorthaired German Pointer comes from Germany where they were bred as hunting dogs. They may be a cross between the Bloodhound, Old Spanish Pointer, Hounds of St. Hubert and the German Pointer. They came to the United States in 1925. They were first registered by the American Kennel Association in 1930.

Shorthaired German Pointer is one of the few dog breeds that can work in water and rough terrains alike. This is a very versatile gun dog that can be used as a pointer, upland dog, water dog or a retriever. The dog is capable of chasing & killing even the most large and dangerous animals. The dog can be easily trained but it needs plenty of vigorous activities for its physical fitness. The Poodle is an athletic and agile dog, very popular for its water abilities. Hunters usually use them as water retrievers to fetch waterfowl out of water.

This is a dog that is as eager to hunt pheasant and waterfowl as he is raccoons. He’s an easy going dog with a heritage of German bird dogs breed to English pointers to refine and lend elegance without sacrificing the athletic abilities of the breed. One of the most specific to Shorthaired German Pointer is cone degeneration - CD. This is rare but does show up in some lines. This is a recessive genetic trait - the parents do not have to have it if they carry it genetically. This causes day blindness due to the cells in the retina is not normal in response.

They are fun loving, gentle, friendly and obedient. They are bold and possess high intelligence too. They bond well with the family and are loyal, and attached. With proper and early training, they can be wonderful household pets. They need to be trained not to be in a hunting mood; to be more affectionate and less stubborn.

However, if they do not receive the correct amount of exercise, they will take it upon themselves to be sure that they do and thus have a potentially destructive tendency. Recommended feeding for the Shorthaired German Pointer is one and a half to two and a half cans of high-quality meaty product with biscuit added in equal parts or five cupfuls of a complete, dry dog food.

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Gsp Rescue

arysetiawati — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:57:47 +0000

Gsp Rescue

There are different types of breeds who make better rescue dogs than others. For example, bloodhounds have a talent for prowess and are known for uncovering criminals. Newfound lands are good avalanche rescue dogs and Labrador Retrievers are good cadaver dogs. Any dog can become a rescue dog as long as they can concentrate on tracking scent, such as German Shepherds, German shorthair, Belgian Malinois, and Golden Retrievers.

Gsp Rescue is an organizational tool for those who have the capacity to love their breed beyond the regard they hold for their own personal dogs. They have volunteered to assist German Shorthaired Pointers who need homes. These dogs may be in shelters and pounds, from which they must be taken, given health care, reconditioned or trained and placed. The unwanted dog may also come directly from a home where circumstances have changed or the family is breaking up. In these cases, we help the family find an appropriate new home for the dog.

These Gsp dogs specialize in structural collapses and drowning victims. Because these air-scenting rescue dogs work on scent trailing above the ground and away from handlers, they become very useful in areas that have been contaminated by human searchers, after it is allowed to be aired out for awhile.

Gsp rescue also founded in some country, like Canada and America has their own German pointer rescue. This is crucial organization and whatever, you need to register your dog there to get maximum protection to your dog. Gsp rescue will glad if you join there, beside there are forum there, that discussing about German pointer. You can learn a lot from experienced user there.

Sometimes pointers are given up because they don’t hunt well or have become gun shy. The fortunate few are adopted. Please, you must think very carefully if you are considering adding a Pointer to your life, you should not depend 100% to German pointer rescue shorthaired organization. You should reconsidering yourself, whether you are able to become responsible dog breeders.

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German Wirehaired Pointers

arysetiawati — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 22:55:50 +0000

German Wirehaired Pointers

The German Wirehaired Pointers comes from a country that has a long tradition of breeding dogs with purpose and careful attention to maintaining the strong instinctive drives of the dog. In this case, the hunting instincts of the breed were derived from the German Pointer and the Pudel Pointer and the bramble resistant coat was brought in from the Griffon.

The German Wirehaired Pointers is a dog breed full of energy and requires a large amount of exercise to be able to burn it off. The best type of family for this dog breed is one that is very active and enjoys spending a large amount of time doing outdoor pursuits.

This is a breed that for those who don’t hunt can excel at agility, rally, DockDog competition, tracking, obedience and anywhere the ability to work with their owner towards a common goal is prized. This gives an outlet for that high energy drive the dog possesses. They want to be with people, working with people and learning.

The German Wirehaired Pointers also has a double almost waterproof coat. The outer coat is wiry and the inner coat has good insulation properties but is thinner in warmer months. They are average shedders and should be brushed about twice a week. Brushing will help her maintain a clean and healthy coat, avoid mats and help you keep a closer eye on her health and strengthen your emotional bond with her. Additionally, she needs her dead outer hair plucked occasionally so a trip to a professional groomer every few months will help keep her looking good.

However, the dog is also registerable in both the United Kennel Club and the American Kennel Club in the United States. The German Wirehaired Pointers is medium sized, standing 23-25 inches at the shoulder and slightly longer than it is tall.

The breed is very popular in Europe and has the highest registration of pointing breeds of any gun dog in Germany. The breed makes an excellent watchdog, but also suffers from severe separation anxiety when left alone too much. The dog is strong-willed and has a mind of its own which is tempered by a dependable and steady nature. Once you have given much thought to everything entailed in owning a dog of this breed, only then can you determine if a German Wirehaired Pointers would be right for your family.

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Pointing Dogs

arysetiawati — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:50:14 +0000

Pointing Dogs

Are you trying to find out how to train a Pointing dogs? The Pointing dogs, a gun dog, is a breed heavily favored by huntsmen.

A gun dog, also known as a bird dog, is a type of working dog used by hunters. Their job is to assist the hunter by finding and retrieving game, usually some type of fowl. There are three types of gun dog: pointing dogs, flushing dogs and retriever dogs. Each is trained to assist the hunter in a different way. There are even a number of dog breeds developed specifically for pointing or retrieving. The Golden Retriever and English Pointer are common examples.

However, the difference between a pointing dogs, flushing dog and retriever dog makes them appropriate for hunting different types of game, in different settings. However, personal preference of the hunter is also a factor in which should be used.

They have muscular limbs and long legs, obviously, built for running and agility. Their thick brows, beards and moustaches give them their distinctive handsome looks. This breed also, have rounded feet with webbed toes ideal for swimming.

However, As every hunter knows, pointing dogs cover longer distances and range than other gun dogs. For this reason, many hunters who have pointing dogs use dog tracking collars. While these collars cannot be used during the course of hunting competitions, the transmitters can be put on the dog for hunting competitions so that you can track your dog once the competition is over to make sure he does not get lost.

The gun dog likes pointing dogs is the hunter’s best friend. Bred to retrieve game, flush out prey, and in some cases even bring down game themselves, gun dogs are ideal hunting companions. If you are planning on owning an Pointer dog, be prepared to encourage him or her with plenty of daily activities and you will be rewarded with a loyal and trustworthy companion.

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German Wirehair Pointer

arysetiawati — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:47:22 +0000

German Wirehair Pointer

In Germany, the German Wirehair Pointer is the most popular dog. It was however only formally recognized during the 1920s. German Wirehair Pointer is a very clever, lively and affectionate breed. They like to have a job to do, and without enough exercise they can become bored and difficult to handle. It is imperative for these dogs to be kept busy or to be occupied with outdoor activities. The puppies of this breed are full of energy and very rambunctious.

As a hunting breed, the dog is naturally obedient and with early positive reinforcement training, the dog can learn just about anything and will perform many tricks. If you consider yourself to be an outdoor lover, then keeping your German Wirehair Pointer exercised should not be difficult at all. Though the dog is a hunting breed, if given the chance to spend a great deal of time outdoors they will be very happy.

However, the obedience of a German Wirehair Pointer makes it easy to teach the dog to do a great deal of tricks with relative ease. With consistency, the dog will be ready to perform several tricks in no time at all. Because of the dog’s hunting background, retrieving is a good place to begin teaching the dog.

Throughout the war, the breed was even used as a Red Cross dog and they were also used partially as messenger dogs, too. So they certainly had a wide range of purposes throughout the war period. As time went on, various breeders started to experiment with the German Wirehair Pointer and a newer version of the breed was developed.

These days the German Wirehair Pointer is mainly a companion dog but it is also widely used as a police dog and a guarding dog, too. Its temperament has changed over the years, though it still has a fantastic working instinct. Once you have given much thought to everything entailed in owning a dog of this breed, only then can you determine if a German Wirehair Pointer would be right for your family.

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