Meet the Breeds: German Shorthaired Pointer

The German Shorthaired Pointer   The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile hunter, an all-purpose gun dog capable of high performance in field and water. The breed is even-tempered, intelligent, and agile. This medium-sized sporting dog with gentle dark brown eyes has a deep chest, powerful back and dignified expression.   History The breed was developed in Germany by crossing a variety of breeds, including a German bird dog and a Spanish Pointer, as well as local scenting hounds bred in for tracking skills and English pointers to add quickness and grace. These dogs combined created a very powerful hunter. Statuesque Noble and well-balanced, the breed ranges in height from 23 to 25 inches tall and weighs between 55 and 70 pounds and comes in solid liver or liver and white. Member of the AKC Sporting Group. The German Shorthaired Pointer is ranked as the 20th most popular breed in the U.S., according to 2005 AKC registration data. This is a great dog for families that like outdoor activities.   German Shorthaired Pointer/Mary Bloom ? AKC? ? 2006 The American Kennel Club, Inc.

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