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POINTER — BREED DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION
Breed Description / Health Issues / Breed Standards / Training / Additional Information
Breed Description
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Note: The breed registries indicated above are the most recognized all-breed registries. The breed may also be recognized by other registries not indicated here. For further details about dog registries, please see the document: Dog Breed Registries in North America.
* — The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) is the World Canine Organisation, which includes members (one member per country) that each issue their own pedigrees and train their own judges. The FCI recognizes 332 breeds, with each being the "property" of a specific country. The FCI is not a breed registry nor does it issue pedigrees. |
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Great Britain |
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Average male height is 25 to 28 inches (64-71 cm) at the shoulder;
Average female height is 23 to 26 inches (59-66 cm) at the shoulder. |
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Average male weight is 55 to 75 lbs (25-34 kg);
Average female weight is 45 to 65 lbs (20.5-29.5 kg). |
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The Pointer originated in Spain where he was known as the Spanish Pointer. These dogs were far heavier than the Pointers of today. After their arrival in England around 1700, they were crossed with Italian Pointers which produced the Pointer as he is known today. Pointers in North America can be traced back to the Civil War period. Named for the work he does — pointing game for the hunter — he has always been a hard-driving hunting dog and a top contender in field trials.
The Pointer has an even temperament, is alert and dignified, loyal and devoted. He is gentle with children, an excellent watchdog always ready to protect his home and family, making him a wonderful companion both in the home and in the field. Primarily bred for field sport, he requires plenty of exercise and is not a breed recommended for apartment living.
A very versatile breed, the Pointer is seen in the Show ring, in Obedience, Agility, and Flyfall competitions, as well as in Field and Retriever Trials.
The Pointer's appearance is one of agility, grace and pride with an intelligent and alert expression. His coat is short, dense and smooth with a healthy sheen. Most often seen in liver, lemon, black or orange, ususally in combination with white or solid in colour.
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Health Issues:
If you are considering the adoption of a Pointer puppy, or any breed, it is very important to be selective in choosing a responsible and reputable breeder. Ensure that the prospective puppy's parents have all health clearances. Breeding of any dog should not be done until after they have been proven to be free of evidence of significant hereditary diseases. (For more information on selecting a breeder, see the articles on the main Breed Listing and Breeders page.)
Additional Health Resources:
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Breed Standards:
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AKC POINTER VIDEO
23 Min. Video Edition, Published by the AKC
Discussion of the breed standard: good structure and movement, acceptable colors, correct head, size. Developed for breeders, exhibitors and judges.
— Available from Dogwise.com
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Training Resources:
- Training — For information on training your Pointer, see this growing section of Canada's Guide to Dogs for tips, articles, as well as listings of training centres across Canada.
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Additional Information:
- Clubs, Sports and Activities — This section of Canada's Guide to Dogs includes information on several dog sports and activities as well as listings of non-breed specific clubs from across Canada. (Note: For Pointer specific Breed Clubs, see the Breed Clubs section found here.)
- Presentation on the Pointer — A pictorial overview of the breed as well as an interpretation of the AKC Breed Standard, history of the Pointer, and facts about solid colours.
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