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German Longhaired Pointer

Versatile, Calm, Family-Oriented

German Longhaired Pointers are a gun dog and as such, they are expected to search, point, track and retrieve game. They can excel in all types of hunting situations: waterfowl hunting, searching for upland game birds, or retrieving furred game in the woods or prairies, typicallyโ€ฆ

โš–๏ธ 55โ€“80 lbs ๐Ÿ“ 22โ€“28" ๐ŸŽ‚ 12โ€“14 years

Traits

German Longhaired Pointer Characteristics

Energy

80%

Shedding

0%

Trainability

100%

Grooming

20%

Friendliness

80%

Coat Type

Long coat Occasional Bath/Brush

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Care basics

German Longhaired Pointer Care Tips

Needs 60-90 minutes active exercise daily; thrives with a job or sport.

Highly trainable โ€” excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.

Owner fit

Who the German Longhaired Pointer Suits

  • Recommended for experienced owners โ€” higher owner difficulty rating of 7/10.

  • Better suited to homes with outdoor space โ€” this large needs room to move.

  • A calm temperament can make this breed a reliable companion for the right household.

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Classification

FCI Classification

FCI Group Group 7 โ€” Pointing Dogs
Section Continentale voorstaande honden
Status Recognized

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