2010

German Shorthair Pointer Puppies

The German Shorthair Pointer puppies was first bred during the 1800s for hunting purposes. 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 breed is known for its ability to move quickly and with great strength. This is due to his very strong back legs that give him the ability to move rapidly and turn quickly if needed. His muzzle allows him to retrieve heavier game than most of the retrievers because it is strong and broad.

The German Shorthair Pointer puppies 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.

The German Shorthaired Pointer puppies has a tough, short and thick coat. She should be brushed regularly. Her teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities (rarely) and periodontal disease. However, the German Shorthair Pointer puppies can live between 14 and 16 years with proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions.

The German Shorthair Pointer puppies require proper training and lots of exercise or else they tend to be over active, unruly and willful too. If in case they do not get their desired exercise level, they are bound to try to get it on their own and can create destruction and havoc in doing so. Being a large and active breed, their diet is also large.

However, if not active enough, they can become fat. The best indicator of their good health is that one ought to be able to feel the ribs (last two) beneath the coat plus a well defined waist. Their diet can consist of five cups of dog food (dry). It can also have one and half cans to two and half cans of good quality meat with equal parts of biscuit added.

By Ary Setiawati

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