![]() ![]() They were very successful to the point that they are among the top-winning breeds in competitive hunting events. German Hunters spent generations cross different breeds until the GSP came during the 1800s. GSPs depicted in the 1915 book "Dogs of All Nations" In 2016, CJ, a three-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer, won the Best in Show award at the 140th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a member of the Sporting Group. Like all German pointers, GSPs have webbed feet, and are known for going after waterfowl in the water. When the GSP is in classic point stance, the tail should be held straight out from the body, forming a line with the pointing head and body. In competition, they are penalized if the tail is curved either up or down while the dog is moving. The tail is commonly docked, although that is now prohibited in some countries. Their eyes are generally brown, with darker ones being desirable yellow or "bird of prey" eyes are a fault. The dog's profile should be straight or strongly Roman nosed any dished appearance to the profile is incorrect according to breed standards. ![]() Longer, broad, and strong, muzzles allow retrieval of heavier game. They have moderately long floppy ears set high on the head. German Shorthaired Pointers have a short coat that comes in various combinations, generally a mix of liver and white. It may also be kept as a companion dog, though as a high-energy sporting dog, it requires significant amounts of exercise. It is a versatile all-purpose gun dog suitable for hunting and retrieving on both land and water, with a strong drive to find and chase game. It is energetic and powerful, with strong legs and great endurance. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a breed of medium-sized pointing dog developed in nineteenth century Germany.
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