GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER: A DOG LOVER'S INTRODUCTION

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Dog Lover’s Introduction German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pionter is considered by most to be the premiere gun dog for those hunting upland game birds. Additionaly, the german shorthaired pointer is a happy, trainable pet who will bond strongly with their family.
As the name indicates the breed originates in Germany. In the 1800s German hunters spent years crossing various breeds until they created what they felt was the perfect bird dog. There work and attention to detail has paid off, today the German Shorthaired Pointer is the top winning breed in competitive hunting events. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a renowned for it hunting of upland game but is also a successful hunter of possum, rabbit, raccoon, and even deer.
Based on the AKC Breed Standard, The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile hunter, an all-purpose gun dog capable of high performance in field and water. The judgment of Shorthairs in the show ring reflects this basic characteristic. The overall picture which is created in the observer’s eye is that of an aristocratic, well balanced, symmetrical animal with conformation indicating power, endurance and agility and a look of intelligence and animation. The dog is neither unduly small nor conspicuously large. It gives the impression of medium size, but is like the proper hunter, “with a short back, but standing over plenty of ground.” Symmetry and field quality are most essential. A dog in hard and lean field condition is not to be penalized; however, overly fat or poorly muscled dogs are to be penalized. A dog well balanced in all points is preferable to one with outstanding good qualities and defects. Grace of outline, clean-cut head, sloping shoulders, deep chest, powerful back, strong quarters, good bone composition, adequate muscle, well carried tail and taut coat produce a look of nobility and indicate a heritage of purposefully conducted breeding. Further evidence of this heritage is movement which is balanced, alertly coordinated and without wasted motion.
The breed’s temperament is friendly, intelligent, and willing to please. The first impression is that of a keen enthusiasm for work without indication of nervous or flighty character.
The breed measured at the wither is 23-25 inches at the withers for males and 21-23 inches for females. Males should weigh 55 to 70 pounds with females weighing 45-60 pounds.
Substance-thin and fine bones are by no means desirable in a dog which must possess strength and be able to work over any type of terrain. The main importance is not laid so much on the size of bone, but rather on the bone being in proper proportion to the body.
The German Shorthaired Pointer has a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years.
The German Shorthaired Pointer, which has an average lifespan of 12 to 14 years, is prone to minor health concerns like gastric torsion, hypothyroidism, canine hip dysplasia (CHD), Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD), von Willebrand's Disease (vWD), entropion, and pannus, and major issues such as lymphedema. Other problems that can be occasionally seen in breed include cardiomyopathy, ectropion, and progressive retinal atrophy (PRA). To identify some of these issues, a veterinarian may recommend regular thyroid, hip, cardiac, and eye exams, and tests to verify vWD.
The German Shorthaired Pointer loves to bark. It is considered a well-mannered, obedient pet, although it is sometimes wary of children. An active dog, it requires a great deal of physical and mental exercise; otherwise, it can become restless and show signs of aggression towards smaller, animals. The breed has a strong hunting drive and will need very firm and experienced handling. If you’re not hunting with your GSP they will need a good two hours free running every day. It can survive outside in mild weather, though German Shorthaired Pointers perform their best when kept inside the house with access to outdoors, several times daily.
Grooming GSP is very easy, the ocassional brushing is all it needs to maintain a healthy shiny coat.
The German shorthaired pointer is an amazing family companion, it is a better hunting companion. This breed is active, mentally sound, and very loving dogs. If you are a hunter, hiker, or enjoy other outdoor activities the German Shorthiared Pointer may be the perfect breed for you.

[@anthonycaldwell2323]

This channel is the BEST!!!!!👍👍

[@truthbtold7268]

I'm a pitbull lover and owner, but this is a beautiful breed! Wow!

[@kfrenchiiee]

I have a German short haired pointer and she is the most loving special dog!

[@yos5177]

Katie F no u don’t

[@electronicgrinsch]

The race is pure gold. Know it by myself. And your videos are pure good as well. Thanks for perfect entertainment 🤗

[@k1t1p2]

We have a male and female now, definitely accurate information and anyone considering take heed they need to run, and then run some more, and then run. But loving affectionate and smart! Love our GSP’s!

[@qdav5]

A wonderful breed! I had one years ago. She was smart, very athletic and absolutely loved bird hunting. Whenever I would get my hunting jacket and shotgun, she would run to my truck, jump into the bed and literally tremble with anticipation.

[@ileaddeaths]

This breed has so much personality. Im not sure i could ever own another breed

[@casualurkel]

Best channel, I’ve been waiting for this, gsp is a top ten breed in my opinion

[@MikePorterfield]

Great stuff @dogumentarytv. I hope to see a "Living with" GSP video soon. Keep up the good work!

[@tonylama2012]

I love my pointer she's fast

[@BrendaNegri]

Great work Zeke! Beautiful dogs, too.

[@KopeklerHakkndaHerSeyy]

German Wirehaired Pointer *PLEASE*

[@Wesley22619]

awesome video. love my GSP. 2:52 my boy does that same shaking excited moving, kind of a funny trait they have.

[@ismailmuhammad3522]

Great video good looking 🐕

[@panzergaming9108]

These are hands down the best dog to own, they forgot to mention their personalities are soo human like so it also makes them the biggest heart breakers

[@loganoioioi3702]

Their "yips" when they want attention!!!!!!! AGH!!

[@tr915pt9]

Great content zeke, one of my favorite channels

[@GratisHondentraining]

Beautifull breed

[@demarcothepro255]

Love you guys

[@johnmonsang7868]

Please do a living with German Shepherds video please!

[@aysuculpan7254]

A love you dog

[@doba709]

Please do a Cavalier king charles spaniel video!!

[@zander457]

Sticking to gun dogs do the Boykin spaniel!

[@ahmadalhmood5192]

Can you please make a video about the Newfoundland

[@wildchild6342]

I have a pointer but he's mixed with a mastiff an he's like 100lb

[@noelcollins7840]

Can you do a video on Bully Kutta

[@FIRSTORDERFRENCHIES]

Make another great dane video thanks!

[@Donutdove]

Thannkkk u for thisssssjffj

[@rahulbalyan1367]

Living with Dalmatian plz

[@rangerthebordercollie6198]

How come u never talk about border collies😥

[@keya31gville]

He sound like a black man. 😁 Having James earl Jones reading to me

[@Ironiazo11]

12th comment.

[@jayceewilliams5250]

Why are their tails cut, that looks annoying my short hair has a long tail

[@Justinian506]

Jaycee Williams I don’t love it either but do you agree with cutting off balls and messing up ovaries my dogs don’t have cropped tails but I don’t think your a horrible monster if you do in my opinion at least

[@pilgrim666butters]

There tail will freeze in extreme temperatures that's why it's docked above the nerve. Non docked tails are a number one sign of a breeder who has no idea what they are doing.

[@jayceewilliams5250]

Cringe live Politics i don't believe in mutilating pets

[@Justinian506]

Jaycee Williams neither do I in parts of Europe for example they just do what they do to humans such not cut off balls and mess up ovaries

[@nicolesantiago6280]

Cringe live Politics spaying and neutering isn't even the same thing. It's a procedure that actively benefits a dog, and is incredibly necessary for purebreds to prevent improper breeding. Docking tails is done out of necessity either because the dog is working and a docked tail is safer, OR if the dog has injured their tail. Otherwise it is an unnecessary procedure that only benefits the owner because they think it looks better. Comparing docking to neutering/spaying is only hurting your argument because it's ridiculous. To make a case for docking tails, it's so much stronger to argue with the comparison to cropped ears or something. What you did is like comparing medical surgery to body modification, it doesn't make sense.

[@tprime8]

Thumbs down for not using your own footage and recycling other channels ish. Come on.

[@davidschneider3118]

The footage in the desert with Terry Chandler is original dogumentary footage. As for the other, the guy does dozens of dog info videos, why would you expect him to get original footage for every breed? He’s obviously trying to give a broad overview of the breeds. In other words: relax.

[@highcountryrob5534]

Thanks for your very thorough and very descriptive explanation of what a GSP is.I’ve had three GSP’s as family members now.New owners should be willing to put their GSP through puppy training and aim to socialise their dog not only with other dogs but other humans also.I have always hunted rabbit,hares, quail,duck and Sambar deer with my GSP’s. The breed tends to be very loving,loyal,intelligent and a pleasure to watch when out hunting.However, if left outside they tend to”WHINE” til you relent and let them in the house.They love long walks, retrieving and are generally excellent swimmers.My family love the German Shorthaired Pointer.

[@barrysmith1341]

GSP - best dog I ever had... one of the largest too weighing in at 108lbs on the scale, he’s a beast! Kids love him, cats fear him.

[@taylorwalker5698]

Snuggling with my GSP as I watch this ☺️

[@johncritch6812]

I just lost mine named Misty almost 16 the sweetest dog on earth and an amazing hunter. We primarily hunted ptarmigan. She also decoysd ducks to shore which I shot and she would swim out and retrive she would also find moose. She was a great buddy as well I will miss her forever.

[@chiefw3573]

Rip to your beautiful dog. I’m looking to get one next year.

[@thunderxfamily9126]

I love these dog this is one of the best dog in the world because they have high energy and can do everything you want this is not a lazy dog like the bully that's why I give my Bully away to someone.

[@bigboi6715]

Please do a Bangkaew dog video

[@toptribullyzuk7123]

Nice vid 🌟🙌🏾

[@zulanteknowak9553]

☺

[@redneckatheist767]

the show dogs in this video are a bit to lean for my taste, the ones in the field though look amazing just bulky enough

[@dineshdood9213]

Make. a video on Chow Chow pls admin

[@adamklassen199]

Do a video on the red tiger bulldog!!

[@CandyWorld30]

Do Irish Setters or Dalmatians require more physical activity?

[@DrPhillipMcCracken]

CandyWorld30 Dalmatians in general need TONS of exercise if you don't want to replace your couch, dining room table, drywall in most rooms, lighting fixtures, etc.

[@CandyWorld30]

detonatorjd ah 😂 okay, thanks for replying!

[@crazyadam023]

😍😍😍

[@QuanTanRs]

Boring essay. Much prefer an anecdote from an owner

[@DogumentaryTV]

Why did you watch the video? The video is titled A Dog Lovers Introduction, this is the format for this series. If you don’t like the format, don’t watch the videos. Simple enough?

[@QuanTanRs]

Dogumentary TV hahaha take it or leave it, bud -- you've got some excellent vids like the great pyrenees one -- this one ... sounds like a lecture from a robot; no offence.

[@DogumentaryTV]

No offense taken, the video is clearly labled. Im just saying, you should be smart enough to figure out which videos are which.

[@mahydoun]

Where the american bully owner live please tell me

[@nicolesantiago6280]

Why are people comparing spaying/neutering with docking tails? Spaying has proven benefits, especially with purebred dogs. Docking a tail is only reasonably justified if the dog is working or if the tail has been injured, otherwise it's done purely for the owners enjoyment. If you're arguing with somebody about the pros or cons of tail docking, don't compare it to spaying/neutering because it literally makes no sense. I said it once and I'll say it again; you wouldn't compare medical surgery to body modification, so don't compare spaying with docking. They're two separate procedures and if docking is done with no reason then it is no longer a medical procedure it's a modification.

[@jakolby6511]

Nicole Santiago docking I betr tho m8

[@nicolesantiago6280]

Hank the Hog if you think that, then I sincerely hope your dogs don't die of reproductive cancer.

[@jakolby6511]

Nicole Santiago but I don’t be ownin a Felion.

[@nicolesantiago6280]

Hank the Hog I'm sorry, I don't understand what you're saying.

[@nicolesantiago6280]

Hank the Hog it has nothing to do with the dogs reproductive health. You said docking, a cosmetic procedure with no medical benefits, is better than a medical surgery that betters a dogs life. Hence why I hope your dog is either spayed/neutered or at least won't have reproductive cancers.