German Longhaired Pointer (Deutsch Langhaar)
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Key facts
| FCI group | 7. Pointing dogs |
|---|---|
| Country of origin | Germany |
| Category | Large |
| Height at withers | 58–70 cm |
Recognition features
- Brown coat, solid or with white, roan or mottled markings
- Dense smooth or slightly wavy coat with feathering on ears, tail and hindlegs (breeches)
- Strong, muscular, rather low-set build with a brown nose and flowing lines
Purpose
A versatile gundog able to work in field, water and forest, working well both before and after the shot.
History
The German Longhaired Pointer combines the bloodlines of bird, hawking and water dogs as well as scenthounds, hence its great versatility. Pure breeding has been carried out since 1879, and Baron von Schorlemer wrote the first standard in 1897.
Coat
On back and sides 3-5 cm, close-fitting, sleek, firm, smooth or slightly wavy with dense undercoat; wavy feathered ears, well-plumed tail, breeches on the hindlegs. Colours: solid brown, brown with white or speckled markings, dark or pale roan, mottled and brown-and-white; fawn markings occasionally occur as a throw-back to the hounds.
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