How Do You Identify A German Shorthaired Pointer?
The German shorthaired pointer is friendly, intelligent and willing to please. It is a good hunter and should not show any indication of nervous character. The breed can trail, retrieve and point birds and even deer. It has an aristocratic bearing, possibly garnered from the German bird dog and English pointers. This breed loves to be part of an active family. It is even-tempered and a loyal family watchdog. Look at the general appearance of the German shorthaired pointer. This is an all-purpose gun dog that is capable of performance in both the field and in water, making it a versatile hunter. When you look at this breed, you should picture an aristocratic, symmetrical and well-balanced dog that has power, intelligence and plenty of endurance and agility. Make sure the size and proportion are correct for this breed. The German shorthaired pointer males are 23 to 25 inches at the withers and weigh 55 to 70 pounds. The females are 21 to 23 inches at the withers and weigh 45 to 60 pounds
