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Saint Germain Pointing Dog (Braque Saint-Germain)
Large Breed
The Saint Germain Pointer is a medium-sized, well-proportioned and well-muscled breed with a dignified personality. They are a hard-working breed making versatile gundogs and passionate hunters, able as trackers and retrievers.
Breed standards
Country of origin
France
Weight
Approximately 18-27 kgs/40-60 lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males approximately 56 - 62 cm/22 - 24 1/2 inches; Females 54-59 cm/21-23 inches (standards may vary)
Coat
Short, not too fine.
Markings
Dull white. Orange (fawn) markings; some mottling is tolerated but not sought after. The ears are fawn.
Lifespan
Average, 12-14 years
The Saint Germain Pointer is highly intelligent, quick to learn and able to retain what he has learned well. This willing worker also makes an excellent companion and family pet as he is very gentle and affectionate towards his family.
Temperament
The Saint Germain Pointer is a gentle, docile and sensitive dog. He is enthusiastic and a very willing worker, as well as cooperative and obedient. He requires consistent and gentle training but does not respond well to any harshness. He can become very attached to his owner, to whom he shows much affection, and loves to be part of the family. Of a gentle temperament, sociable and equable, the Saint Germain Pointer makes a fine family pet though he requires sufficient early socialisation.
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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 Saint Germain Pointer is a magnificent, versatile hunt, point and retrieving gundog of good strength and muscle, yet elegant in his appearance. A passionate hunter which was originally bred for working in the fields and woodlands, he is a good runner.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and companion
- Extremely versatile and intelligent
- Excels as a hunter
- Little grooming needed
- Prefers warmer climates
- Requires sufficient and regular exercise
- Not suitable for apartment living
- Does best with acreage
- Requires daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to hip dysplasia