Size
- Height
- 58.4–63.5 cm
- Weight
- 20.4–27.2 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 90 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
10.0–12.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
5/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
4/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
5/5
Good with other dogs
4/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against Portuguese Water Dog
Care needs
Shedding
3/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the German Shorthaired Pointer
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a German Shorthaired Pointer get?
Adult German Shorthaired Pointers typically stand 58.4–63.5 cm at the shoulder and weigh 24.9–31.8 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a German Shorthaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointers usually live 10.0–12.0 years.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer good with children?
German Shorthaired Pointers tend to do well with children when well-socialised (5/5 on our scale). As always, supervise interactions with young kids.
How much exercise does a German Shorthaired Pointer need?
German Shorthaired Pointers are roughly a 5/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 90 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer KC recognised?
Yes — the German Shorthaired Pointer is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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