Names
German Longhaired Pointer
Deutsch Langhaar |
Origin
Germany, 1800's.
This breed was achieved by crossing the German Pointer breed with pointers and setters from England. |
Use
Companion, Gundog |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age |
Weight & Height
40 to 65 pounds & 21 to 26 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
Hip Dysplasia |
Physical Description
Medium size, powerfully built dog. The muzzle is of equal length with the skull and the top of the head is slightly rounded. The nose id brown, eyes are brown and the ears are drop. |
Temperament
Great family dogs & hard workers. The longhairs may be more timid then the wirehaired variety. They are easy to train and good with children |
Training
Intelligent & Eager to learn |
Living Conditions
This breed does best when they have a yard to run in |
Grooming
Should be brushed regularly |
Exercise
To keep this breed from being mischievous, they should be given plenty of daily exercise |
Coat Texture
Double coat has a dense undercoat and a close fitting smooth or slightly wavy outer coat which is longest at the neck, chest and belly. The ears, legs and tail are feathered. |
Coat Colors
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Liver |
Liver White |
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Puppies
6-10 pups per litter. Required early training |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale |
