The English Pointer is both a pointing dog and a hunting dog. He excels in that of the hare. As a family, he wants to be gentle, delicate and attentive. He is also very loyal to a master whom he likes to follow everywhere, even if he is also independent. It should not be adopted to lie down all day. This canine needs regular and intense physical activity in order to be happy. Its education is easy and its maintenance without constraint.
<!–
–>
 Hair type |
Short |
|---|---|
 Origin |
Britain |
 Template |
Big |
 Head shape |
Long |
 Weight and size |
||
| Sex | Weight | Cut |
|---|---|---|
| Female | From 20 kg to 30 kg | From 61 cm to 66 cm |
| Male | From 25 kg to 34 kg | From 63 cm to 69 cm |
History of the breed
The origin of the English Pointer is certain and it enjoys great popularity around the world. This dog therefore finds its past in Portugal, even if some claim that it would be the descendant of the Italian Shorthaired Pointer. In reality, therefore, it comes from the perdigueiro portugues (a Portuguese Pointer) which has many common characteristics. The latter was characterized by his speed, his endurance and his way of pointing the game while keeping the nose high.
English Pointer Pictures
View all English Pointer photos of Woopets members
Physical features
His hair: short, hard, fine, smooth and shiny.
Its color: generally two-tone, white being associated with lemon, orange, brown or black. One-color and three-color dresses are allowed.
Its head: the skull is moderately large, the stop is well marked, the nose is dark in color (lighter in lemon and white dogs), the muzzle is concave and the lips well developed.
His ears: thin, moderately long, set high, ending in slight tips.
His eyes: hazel or brown in color, neither protruding nor haggard. The gaze is never shifty, displaying an expression of vivacity and kindness.
His body: of mediolinear structure. The kidney is strong, short and slightly harped, the chest well let down and the ribs well sprung.
Its tail: of medium length, strong at its attachment and thinning towards its end. Covered in tight hair, worn across the back without bending over. Stirring back and forth when the dog is active.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
|---|---|
| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
|---|---|
| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The qualities of the English Pointer are multiplied in several areas. An excellent pointing dog , he is also very comfortable in hunting parties . He is fast, agile, flexible and very lively . He also has a very good flair . In addition, it turns out to be an excellent life companion for families . He is gentle, considerate, calm, faithful and loyal . He devotes a real cult to his master. He can be alone for a few moments, but it shouldn’t last too long. He is shy with intruders. In any case, he never shows aggression . On the other hand, the English Pointer is not very good at guarding except as an alarm dog.
The English Pointer
is it right for you? Take the test!
Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
The English Pointer may be a large dog, but his education is very easy. Indeed, he has a great intelligence and shows an extremely rare docility . He obeys his finger and his eye, without putting up the slightest resistance. Obviously, his education must be started as early as possible. Always cheerful, he will be happy to learn and assimilate orders that he reproduces to perfection to satisfy his master.
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
|---|---|
| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
The English Pointer is not really made to live in an apartment . Lover of large spaces and freedom, he will prefer to live in a house with a large garden to channel his overflowing energy . He is not at all hyperactive but needs to run in order to thrive. He is also independent and is not against long excursions in the family garden.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
A fairly robust dog, the English Pointer nevertheless has a predisposition to entropion and hip dysplasia . Some cases of deafness and cataracts have already been observed. In fact, it will be important to moderate your physical exercise during the first years of life. In addition, it is a robust dog , with good health , which has no hereditary pathologies and which can live in very good health up to 14 years.
Hypoallergenic breed
No
Litter size
Between 2 and 8 puppies
To protect yourself from these risks and insure your companion in the event of health problems, Woopets recommends an English Pointer dog insurance .
function showAssuranceForm () {var siteReferer = var id_race_association = ‘231’; //console.log(id_race_association);success: function (html) {}});}document.addEventListener (‘DOMContentLoaded’, () => {$ (‘# assuranceModalBanner’). on (‘show.bs.modal’, function (event) {showAssuranceForm ();});});
Life expectancy
Minimum: 12 years old
Maximum: 14 years
The life expectancy of an English Pointer is, on average, between 12 years and 14 years.
Calculate the human age of your English Pointer!
To choose… 1 year 2 years 3 years Four years 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years 11 years old 12 years 13 years 14 years old 15 years old 16 years old 17 years 18 years old 19 years old 20 years 21 years old
Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
|---|---|
| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
|---|---|
| Ease of grooming |
the English Pointer is an easy-care dog. However, his great enthusiasm while hunting and the fact that he does not mind venturing into the dirtiest terrain always makes it necessary to examine and clean him after every outing. His ears should also be inspected regularly to prevent inflammation.
It is recommended to brush the dog every week to avoid deposits of dirt (vegetation debris, etc.) and to ensure the absence of external parasites. It is essential to check the condition of his eyes and ears to prevent a parasite from slipping into them and promoting the appearance of infections.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of an English Pointer is between 800 € and 1200 €.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of an English Pointer is between € 1,250 and € 1,350.
No name is currently proposed. Use our tool to find the name of your English Pointer!
Food
The diet of the English Pointer must be considered according to his physical activities and his daily energy expenditure . One to 2 rations per day is more than sufficient. Its diet must be based on high quality kibble .
Want the best for your dog?
Create the tailor-made power supply for your English Pointer
I discover !
PROMO -30% | Delivered to you!
Physical activity
| Athletic | |
|---|---|
| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
The English Pointer needs a lot of exercise to get active. Born for hunting, he cannot remain inactive for very long. Nor can he be satisfied with simple daily outings. Long walks and provided exercises allow him to stay balanced both physically and mentally.
Competitions
| Classifications & Standards |
|
Others
| Master character <span class="btnTooltip qTip2" title="- Calm: the master must be gentle and know how to show patience. – Active: the owner must be energetic and dynamic to live in harmony with his dog. – Hyperactive: the owner must be stimulating and very restless to suit the temperament of his dog.”> |
Calm |
|---|
We talk on the forum
Adopting or buying an English baby coker …
Elvis an ENGLISH BULLDOG is looking for a family!
Room N ° 6: the English setter
Important …………. to ignore the comments in English.
Important …… Commentary Info in English.
Do you have a question about the English Pointer?
Do not hesitate to ask Woopets visitors for advice on the forum!
Related articles
