Pudelpointer

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Hair type	Half-long
Origin	Germany
Template	Average
Head shape	Long

Weight and size
Sex	Weight	Cut
Female	From 20 kg to 30 kg	From 53 cm to 67 cm
Male	From 20 kg to 30 kg	From 53 cm to 67 cm

History of the breed

Canine breed of German origin , the   Pudelpointer was developed from the 19th ^century from cross between Poodles and various Pointers. In Germany, farms are closely monitored to reduce the risk of hip dysplasia and epilepsy, which are among the main defects encountered in this dog.

The Pudelpointer breed was definitively recognized by the FCI (Fédération Cynologique Internationale) on November 13, 1959. Its official FCI standard in force was published on November 9, 2004.

Physical features

His hair: mid-length, hard, tight, well applied against the body, of rather coarse texture. The outer coat is associated with a thick undercoat. Presence of beard and a forelock on the head.
Its color: unicolour brown, dead leaf or black. Small white marks are tolerated.
His head: harmoniously proportioned, both in length and width as compared to the whole body. The skull is flat and broad, the stop marked, the nose well pigmented, the nostrils well open, the muzzle not narrow or pointed, the lips joined, the jaws powerful and articulated in scissors.
His ears: set high, medium in size, rather thin, covered with a thick hair and slightly rounded ends.
His eyes: large, dark amber in color, displaying a look full of liveliness.
Its body: writable in a rectangle, the length of the body being greater than the height of the withers (ratio of 10 to 9). The neck is moderately high, well muscled and without dewlap, the top line straight, the withers marked, the back short and firm, the loins well muscled, the rump moderately long, a little sloping and powerfully muscled, the chest ample and well lowered, the ribs well sprung but not barrel-shaped, the bottom line slightly raised towards the rear and the belly tucked in.
Its tail: in the continuity of the croup, straight, not carried vertically, covered with a hair without fringe.

Behavior and character

Behavior with others

the   Pudelpointer is a versatile hunting dog , able to navigate a variety of terrains including plains, forests and wetlands. He is not afraid of game or of a shot, and emphasizes his great determination and self-sacrifice during work. For the rest, the Pudelpointer displays a generally balanced temperament and is rather pleasant to live with on a daily basis .

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Education

Like any hunting dog, the Pudelpointer must integrate the recall as soon as possible . This dog is educated through encouragement and rewards , never through brutality in any form. It requires a firm grip , but with a dose of gentleness .

Living conditions

the   Pudelpointer is a dog made for hunting and for activity in general. It is therefore addressed to teachers willing to offer it to him on a daily basis. He loves the great outdoors and would therefore like a house with a large fenced garden .

Health

the   Pudelpointer is a robust dog with solid health , as well as good protection against cold and humidity, but there are certain diseases and defects to watch out for in this breed: hip dysplasia and epilepsy, but also dermatological problems such as calluses.

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Life expectancy

Maintenance and hygiene

the   Pudelpointer is a dog that does not present any particular constraint in terms of maintenance. He only calls for basic care, but which should in no case be neglected. It is only subject to a low intensity shedding with moderate hair loss, despite the presence of a thick undercoat.

It is recommended to brush the dog once or twice a week and only wash it if necessary.

Her teeth need to be brushed regularly to eliminate tartar build-up and the proliferation of bacteria. If they do not wear out naturally, its claws need to be cut. If you are new to this, it is recommended that you seek advice from a veterinarian or groomer.

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Food

The Pudelpointer needs a high quality and balanced diet , adapted to his needs, activity level, size and age. Its food is to be divided into 2 meals per day .

Physical activity

the   Pudelpointer needs long daily trips because, although calm most of the time, he has a lot of energy and loves to work . He is always delighted to cover long distances in the natural environment and take part in his master’s hikes or jogging.

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