German Shorthaired Pointers
Information about German Shorthaired Pointers.
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a large hunting dog developed in Germany during the 19th century. It is a member of the Gundog Group of dogs.
Other names:
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund, Deutsch Kurzhaar, Kurzhaar, GSP
Country of Origin:
Germany
Size:
Large
Height:
Dogs: 58 - 64 cm (23 - 25 ins)
Bitches: 53 - 59 cm (21 - 23 ins)
Weight:
27 - 32 kg (60 - 70 lbs)
Colour:
Solid Liver, Liver and White Spotted, Solid Black, Black and White
Lifespan:
10 - 14 years
Coat:
Short, flat, coarse
Grooming:
Minimal
Exercise:
Considerable
Child Friendly:
Yes
Pet Tolerant:
Yes
Novice Owner Suitability:
Yes
Health issues:
Addison’s Disease, Aortic Stenosis, Cataracts, Entropion, Epilepsy, Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (Bloat), Hip Dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, Myasthenia Gravis, Osteochondrosis, Pannus, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), von Willebrand's Disease
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