German Shorthaired Pointer

GSP, Deutsch Kurzhaar
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Summary

  • The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile hunting dog known for its intelligence, energy, and affectionate nature. They require significant daily exercise and thrive on consistent training and socialization.

Origin and Purpose

  • Germany
  • Versatile hunting dog, pointing and retrieving game

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female21-23 inches45-60 pounds
Male23-25 inches55-70 pounds

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • Solid liver
  • liver and white
  • black and white
  • solid black
  • roan patterns
Type
  • Short, dense, coarse
Length
  • Short

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Weekly brushing
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Clean-cut, proportionate to body
Skull
  • Slightly rounded
Ears
  • Moderately long, set high, hanging down
Eyes
  • Medium sized, almond-shaped, dark brown preferred
Nose
  • Large, brown or black
Muzzle
  • Long, strong
Teeth
  • Scissors bite
Neck
  • Muscular, moderately long
Forequarters
  • Well-muscled, sloping shoulders
Fore Legs
  • Straight, strong
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled, broad
Hind Legs
  • Straight, strong
Feet
  • Compact, oval-shaped
Tail
  • Docked to approximately 6 inches or natural tail carried horizontally or down
Gait
  • Smooth, efficient, ground-covering

Temperament

  • Intelligent, enthusiastic, eager to please, affectionate, and energetic

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Very affectionate
Good with Children
  • Generally good with children
Good with Dogs
  • Good with other dogs with proper socialization
Good with Cats
  • May be good with cats if raised together or properly introduced
Openness to Strangers
  • Friendly but can be reserved
Playfulness Level
  • Very playful
Protective Nature
  • Moderately protective
Adaptability Level
  • Adaptable but needs exercise and mental stimulation

Working Roles

  • Hunting
  • Pointing
  • Retrieving
  • Agility
  • Obedience
  • Search and rescue

Exercise Needs

  • High, requires daily vigorous exercise

Health

  • Hip dysplasia
  • Elbow dysplasia
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
  • von Willebrand’s Disease

Additional Notes

  • Requires consistent training and socialization
  • Can be prone to separation anxiety if left alone for long periods

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