
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, typically rabbit and squirrel in North America. They have a unique ability in being able to switch from a calm household pet to a fiery, passionate hunter. Having been bred for hunting for over a century, they are a superior, tried and tested hunting companion. Club: German Longhaired Pointer Club of North AmericaName: Del Peterson, PresidentPhone: 509-697-3972Email: glpcna@germanlonghairpointers.com A good way to describe the German Longhaired Pointer is that, in appearance, it’s Continental Europe’s version of a Setter: a pointing dog with full tail and a long coat with dense guard hairs and a moderate undercoat. One noteworthy difference is the GLP’s affection for swimming and, therefore, waterfowl hunting. Coat color reflects the mixture of markings similar to a German Shorthaired Pointer.
Life Span
12–14 years
Weight
11.3–16.5 kg
Height
141.9–180.6 cm
Exercise
moderate
Grooming
moderate
Shedding
moderate
Good with Kids
Yes
Good with Pets
Yes
Apartment
Friendly
The German Longhaired Pointer belongs to the Foundation Stock Service.
The average lifespan of a German Longhaired Pointer is 12 to 14 years.
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are valued for their versatile, calm, family-oriented nature.
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