Large Münsterländer

Großer Münsterländer
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Summary

  • The Large Münsterländer is a German hunting dog known for its versatility and affectionate nature with family. They are intelligent, energetic, and require a lot of exercise and consistent training.

Origin and Purpose

  • Developed in Germany as versatile hunting dogs, excelling in pointing, retrieving, and tracking.

Appearance

Dimensions

GenderHeightWeight
Female22-24 inches (56-61 cm)51-62 pounds (23-28 kg)
Male23-25.5 inches (58-65 cm)55-66 pounds (25-30 kg)

Coat

AttributeNotes
Color
  • White with black patches and ticking; sometimes brown patches
Type
  • Dense, medium-long coat
Length
  • Medium-long

Care

AttributeNotes
Shedding
  • Moderate
Grooming
  • Regular brushing
Drooling
  • Low

Body

AttributeNotes
Head
  • Noble, elongated
Skull
  • Slightly arched
Ears
  • Broad, set high, hanging close to the head, rounded at the tips
Eyes
  • Medium-sized, dark brown
Nose
  • Black
Muzzle
  • Strong
Teeth
  • Scissor bite
Neck
  • Muscular and slightly arched
Forequarters
  • Well-muscled
Fore Legs
  • Straight
Hindquarters
  • Well-muscled
Hind Legs
  • Straight
Feet
  • Oval, well-arched toes
Tail
  • Long, set high, carried horizontally or slightly upward
Gait
  • Fluid, reaching strides

Temperament

  • Intelligent, eager to please, loyal, and energetic; can be sensitive, requiring gentle training methods.

Social

AttributeNotes
Affectionate with Family
  • Very Affectionate
Good with Children
  • Generally Good
Good with Dogs
  • Good with proper socialization
Good with Cats
  • May be good with cats if introduced early
Openness to Strangers
  • Reserved to strangers, may be aloof
Playfulness Level
  • High
Protective Nature
  • Moderately Protective
Adaptability Level
  • Moderate

Working Roles

  • Hunting, pointing, retrieving, tracking

Exercise Needs

  • High; requires daily physical and mental stimulation.

Health

  • Generally healthy, but can be prone to hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and some eye conditions. Bloat can also be a concern.

Additional Notes

  • Requires early socialization and consistent training; prone to separation anxiety if left alone for long periods. They have a strong hunting instinct.

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