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If you are thinking about getting a German
Shorthaired Pointer as a family pet, an outdoor
companion or as a hunting dog, the best place to
start is with good information. We recommend finding
out all you can about this excellent breed by
reading, asking other owners, and by visiting
breeders. It would be extremely important for you to
visit at least three reputable breeders so that you
can compare how the dogs are treated, learn about
feeding, and the way in which the breeder has
socialized the young puppies.
This intelligent and likable breed does best with a
family that spends regular time outdoors, especially
in the open field or in activity such as hiking and
camping. The German Shorthaired Pointer was bred
specifically to be a working dog, joining hunters in
the field, and pointing out game for them. With this
in mind, it would be best to buy from a
knowledgeable breeder who can offer puppies from
very healthy parents while also providing the young
dogs with socialization.
Be prepared to ask questions of each breeder you
visit so that you will fully understand the good and
not so good points of this excellent animal. You
could buy from a retail pet store or an individual
that is not a professional breeder, but by doing so,
you may not get all the information needed about
your puppy and its bloodline. Instead, a good
breeder would be open with responses to any of your
questions, in addition to answering questions you
might have pertaining to health, feeding, grooming,
and training.
Take your time while visiting breeders and ask to
see both parents of the dog you are considering. Do
not be tempted to choose the first puppy that seems
attracted to you because you may miss the right one
behind. In addition, try to look at the overall
temperament of the litter, looking to see if all the
puppies are happy and energetic. Once you are
satisfied with the entire litter, you could then
narrow your choices to just one puppy down.
A good breeder should spend a lot of time in the
first weeks of a puppy’s life making sure that they
get the proper diet. Additionally, the breeder
should play with the puppies and help them become
comfortable around humans. A good breeder should be
able to answer your questions about screening for a
condition called hip dysplasia, eye conditions, and
other medical situations known to affect a German
Shorthaired Pointer. Remember, some of these health
risks can be detected early and headed off with a
test before you buy the puppy.
It is always a good idea to anticipate problems and
try to address them before they occur, especially
when buying a purebred dog. We would recommend that
you ask about guarantees such as replacement if the
dog gets seriously ill soon after purchase. For
instance, if the puppy dies within a time specified
on a contract with the breeder, would you receive a
refund or be offered a replacement puppy of your
choosing. Taking a little extra time to look at
puppies and gaining, as much information beforehand
is key to going home with the best puppy for you.
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