German Longhaired Pointer
12 - 14 yearsLife Expectancy
Noble, versatile medium to large gundog with elegant build and distinctive long, silky, weather-resistant coat with feathering. Developed as an all-purpose German hunting breed known for calm intelligence and athletic ability.
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level4/5
- Trainability5/5
- Playfulness4/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking3/5
- Drooling2/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs4/5
- Good with Strangers4/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length4/5
- Grooming1/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 22 - 28 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 22 - 28 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 55 - 80 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 55 - 80 lbs |
Breed History
Developed in 19th-century Germany from various pointer breeds, setters, bird dogs, water dogs, and scent hounds to create a versatile and noble gundog for work in field, forest, and water terrain