14 Fascinating Facts About the English and German Pointers

by Alka Polischuk

#1 The Pointer’s coat is short and smooth

#2 The Pointer was taught to be “steady to wing and shot”

#3 Many Pointer owners take advantage of this high-spirited instinct and participate in field trials with their dog

#4 This breed has a willingness to learn and a natural athleticism, which can make it successful in the obedience ring

#5 English Pointers are considered more independent than many other breed of dogs

#6 English Pointers are working gun dogs at heart and are not suitable for apartment or city living