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German Long Haired Pointing Dog (Deutsch Langhaar)
Large Breed
The German Long Haired Pointing Dog is a beautiful breed whose quiet nature and noble appearance have helped it to become a popular breed and a favourite of many.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Germany
Weight
30 kgs/66 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 60-70 cm/24-28 inches; Females 58-66 cm/23 1/4-26 1/2 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
On the back and sides of the body the hair is sleek, firm, smooth and slightly wavy and should be no longer than 3-5 cm and close fitting. On the underside of the neck and on the chest and belly the coat may be longer. There is also a dense undercoat.
Markings
Brown, dark roan, pale roan, or mottled. White markings in a variety of shapes and sizes can be found.
Lifespan
Average, 12 years
They are talented in all areas of hunting; the breed's precision and pace have been exploited by hunters for many years. The loving nature of the breed has also led to them being taken into the home by many families looking for an affectionate pet.
Temperament
The German Long Haired Pointing Dog is a very loyal breed of dog, affectionate and good natured making them so loved by its family. They are calm and controlled but always alert to what's going on around them. This friendly breed loves to be out in open spaces and allowed to run free, and it loves even more doing what it was designed for and going on the hunt.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
The German Long Haired Pointing Dog is a beautiful breed which loves to be with its family and in any situation where it can run free. He has a very good sense of smell and is a versatile hunting dog.
- A very good loyal companion
- No trimming or stripping needed
- Happy in most climates
- Not suited to apartment lifestyle
- Requires sufficient daily exercise
- Requires daily mental and physical stimulation
- Best with acreage
- Not good to be left on own for long periods of time