Home and time Start from real spaces, schedules and people present every day.
Compatible energy Compare walks, play, mental stimulation and recovery needs.
Routine and care Grooming, health, training and costs should be clear from the start.
Dog German Shorthaired Pointer / Kurzhaar A powerful, versatile and highly energetic German gundog that needs extensive daily exercise, scent work and close cooperation with its handler.
Quick card German Shorthaired Pointer / Kurzhaar Best suited to highly active owners who can provide substantial daily exercise, scent work, consistent training, secure prey-drive management and close companionship.
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Health The German Shorthaired Pointer has a moderate health profile. Conditions to monitor include hip and elbow dysplasia, gastric dilatation-volvulus, inherited eye disorders, von Willebrand disease and rare neuromuscular disease. Recommended preventive care includes orthopaedic and eye assessment, relevant DNA testing, sensible meal and exercise timing and regular checks of ears, skin and working injuries.
To evaluate Always assess routine, nutrition, exercise and veterinary care for the individual animal.
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