German Shorthaired Pointer
Sporting group · Large size · From Germany
A friendly, smart, willing-to-please all-around hunting and family dog with a liver-spotted coat.
FriendlySmartWilling to Please
Lifespan
10–12 years
Weight (M)
55–70 lbs
Height (M)
23–25"
Coat
short
Ad slot · breed-mid
Trait ratings
Energy
Very High
Trainability
Very High
Intelligence
Very High
Exercise needs
Very High
Shedding
Lower = less hair
Moderate
Grooming effort
Very Low
Drooling
Very Low
Barking
Moderate
Good with kids
High
Good with dogs
Moderate
Good with strangers
Moderate
Protectiveness
Moderate
Adaptability
Apartment / new environments
Moderate
Common health issues
- • Hip dysplasia
- • Bloat
- • Eye conditions
- • Lymphedema
Health varies between individual dogs. Always ask breeders for OFA / health-test paperwork.
Ad slot · breed-bottom
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