Post by DogGoneGood on Jan 8, 2008 17:33:08 GMT -5
CKC Group: 1 - Sporting
Origin: England
Purpose: Pointing
Size
Most country's breed standards prefer symmetry and balance to perfect size, and most will allow an amount of variation if the dogs' size does not encumber the dog in the field. The approximate measurements are as follows:
Pointers excel at finding upland birds in heavy cover.Males from show lines
Height: 63 to 70 cm (25 to 28 inches)
Weight: 25 to 34 kg (55 to 75 lbs)
Females from show lines
Height: 58 to 66 cm (23 to 26 inches)
Weight: 20 to 30 kg (44 to 65 lbs)
Males from American field lines
Height: 56 to 66 cm (22 to 26 inches)
Weight: 18 to 29 kg (40 to 65 lb)
Females from American field lines
Height: 53 to 64 cm (21 to 25 inches)
Weight: 16 to 25 kg (35 to 55lbs)
Appearance
The Pointer should be athletic and graceful. The immediate impression should be of a compact, hard-driving hunting dog, alert and "ready to go." The primary distinguishing features of this breed are the head, feet, and tail. Hound or terrier characteristics are undesirable for show purposes.
Coat and colour
The standard colourings of the Pointer are liver, lemon, orange or black. These can be solid colours, or a combination of white with speckles (properly referred to as "ticking") and/or larger colored patches. Here are Pointer colors as described in the AKC breed standard: "Liver, lemon, black, orange; either in combination with white or solid-colored. A good Pointer cannot be a bad color. In the darker colors, the nose should be black or brown; in the lighter shades it may be lighter or flesh-colored."
Temperament
Pointers are even-tempered, congenial dogs happiest living indoors as part of the family. Pointers are affectionate and loyal. Their aggression level is very low to non-existent and they can happily co-exist with other dogs and often cats. Pointers are typically not territorial, although their size and bark will intimidate most people that come to your door. Pointers are very good with children, although young children and a clumsy young Pointer is often not the best combination.
While Pointers were bred to be a hunting dog, they are perfectly content given adequate exercise in a non-hunting home. Since they are a galloping breed, regular exercise is important for them, as it is for all sporting breeds. A securely fenced yard is a must to keep a Pointer safe since they are bred to hunt a good distance from their person. They typically do best indoors when they are left for the day. A well-exercised Pointer is a wonderful family member. Pointers are habitual "couch potatoes" who enjoy lounging on the family's chairs or sofas. This is a natural part of their desire to feel part of the pack.
Grooming English Pointers is not time-consuming. Their coat is very short and needs only a quick rub with a soft brush to minimize shedding.
Sources:
Wikipedia - Pointer (dog breed)
Origin: England
Purpose: Pointing
Size
Most country's breed standards prefer symmetry and balance to perfect size, and most will allow an amount of variation if the dogs' size does not encumber the dog in the field. The approximate measurements are as follows:
Pointers excel at finding upland birds in heavy cover.Males from show lines
Height: 63 to 70 cm (25 to 28 inches)
Weight: 25 to 34 kg (55 to 75 lbs)
Females from show lines
Height: 58 to 66 cm (23 to 26 inches)
Weight: 20 to 30 kg (44 to 65 lbs)
Males from American field lines
Height: 56 to 66 cm (22 to 26 inches)
Weight: 18 to 29 kg (40 to 65 lb)
Females from American field lines
Height: 53 to 64 cm (21 to 25 inches)
Weight: 16 to 25 kg (35 to 55lbs)
Appearance
The Pointer should be athletic and graceful. The immediate impression should be of a compact, hard-driving hunting dog, alert and "ready to go." The primary distinguishing features of this breed are the head, feet, and tail. Hound or terrier characteristics are undesirable for show purposes.
Coat and colour
The standard colourings of the Pointer are liver, lemon, orange or black. These can be solid colours, or a combination of white with speckles (properly referred to as "ticking") and/or larger colored patches. Here are Pointer colors as described in the AKC breed standard: "Liver, lemon, black, orange; either in combination with white or solid-colored. A good Pointer cannot be a bad color. In the darker colors, the nose should be black or brown; in the lighter shades it may be lighter or flesh-colored."
Temperament
Pointers are even-tempered, congenial dogs happiest living indoors as part of the family. Pointers are affectionate and loyal. Their aggression level is very low to non-existent and they can happily co-exist with other dogs and often cats. Pointers are typically not territorial, although their size and bark will intimidate most people that come to your door. Pointers are very good with children, although young children and a clumsy young Pointer is often not the best combination.
While Pointers were bred to be a hunting dog, they are perfectly content given adequate exercise in a non-hunting home. Since they are a galloping breed, regular exercise is important for them, as it is for all sporting breeds. A securely fenced yard is a must to keep a Pointer safe since they are bred to hunt a good distance from their person. They typically do best indoors when they are left for the day. A well-exercised Pointer is a wonderful family member. Pointers are habitual "couch potatoes" who enjoy lounging on the family's chairs or sofas. This is a natural part of their desire to feel part of the pack.
Grooming English Pointers is not time-consuming. Their coat is very short and needs only a quick rub with a soft brush to minimize shedding.
Sources:
Wikipedia - Pointer (dog breed)
