Pointer

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Group:	Sporting
Size:	Large
Life Span:	12-15 years
Height:	Male: 25-28 inches
	Female: 23-26 inches
Weight:	Male: 55-75 lbs
	Female: 45-65 lbs

Coat :	Smooth, dense and glossy
Gait :	Smooth and frictionless
Color(s) :	Liver, lemon, black, orange; either with white or solid-colored
Living Area :	Large
Hair Length:	Short
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk and jog
Recognized By :	(AF) (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	16th Century
Place of Origin :	England
Todays Use :	Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Hare hunter
Other Name :	English Pointer

The exact origin of the Pointer is unknown. However, according to the historical evidence, the origin of the breed lies in England and date back to the 17th century. It is thought to be a result of crossbreeding between Bloodhound, Foxhound, Greyhound and Bull Terrier. The dog was first imported to the US in the late 19th century, where it was bred to be skilled at pointing. Pointing was used to guide the hunter towards a potential prey, usually small game like hare. Most of the current Pointers in the US owe their characteristics to a Pointer named Sensation. The breed was first recognized by AKC in 1884.

The Pointer is a large breed with an athletic and agile frame. It has a proportionate head; low set ears with a pointed tip which lie close to the head; large eyes which are round in shape and dark in color; a square but long muzzle; black nose with flared nostrils; taut lips with teeth which meet in scissors bite. Its tail is carried horizontally at the level of the back with a slight upward trend towards the tip. It has long, lean legs with small feet. This breed has a short, dense and glossy coat. The acceptable color of its coat can be liver, lemon, black and orange; either with white or solid-colored.

The Pointer is a loyal and an active breed. It is great with kids as well as other pets, including dogs. However, the breed can be reserved with strangers. It has a tendency to bark when it senses suspicion. However, it is not a very good watchdog or a guard dog. It is primarily a companion breed with a strong sense of smell. It is an obedient breed and thus, easy to train. However, it can get easily bored with repetition and thus, the training schedule must be constantly changed to keep it interested. It does not adapt very well to an indoor environment, and hence, it is not well suited to an apartment lifestyle.

The Pointer is an average shedder. The breed’s short coat is easy to maintain. Brushing once in a week with a firm bristle brush is sufficient to maintain a healthy coat. This breed has a tendency to develop infections of the ear. Thus, ears should be cleaned regularly. Special attention also needs to be paid to the feet which have a tendency to accumulate dust and bacteria.

The Pointer is an active breed which needs a lot of daily exercise. Long walks and jogging more than once a day are vital for physical and mental well being. A lot of time needs to be dedicated to the exercise schedule of the breed. Thus, the Pointer is not suited to families which can’t spare enough time for the dog.

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The Pointer prone to some health issues like skin allergies, hip dysplasia, thyroid disorder and dwarfism.

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