The All-Around Gundog, German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP)

The All-Around Gundog, German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP)

by Chuck Berry

Thanks to the efforts of German breeders to develop a faster and more reliable pointer, we have the marvelous German Shorthaired Pointer or GSP as a hunting companion today. The GSP was incorporated from other pointer breeds such as the old Spanish Pointer, Hounds of St. Hubert, Foxhound, the English Pointer and some other unidentified hounds. The result of this development is a much faster and more excellent hunting dog.

What makes the GSP an all-purpose gundog is its ability to perform not just pointing but some other hunting tasks as well. From being a pointer to being a retriever, upland bird dog and water dog, the GSP can do it all masterfully. The signs of a GSP as an outstanding hunter are intelligence, boldness, obedience and quickness and that lack of these characteristics are considered as faults.

Ranked as 17th in Stanley Cohen's The Intelligence of Dogs, the GSP is unarguably one of the best dogs to rely on. The GSP has such a high hunting instinct that it should be trained early on to avoid other animals that are not considered preys. If not, it will come home bearing a dead cat, bird or rat in its mouth as a trophy of its own hunting expedition.

Many hunters today still utilize the skills of the GSP because it is unarguably excellent in hunting. Hunters love it that the GSP is very dependable, hardy, full of energy and intelligent during these times. One should realize that a properly trained GSP never suggests a disposition of fear, shyness, over submissiveness, lack of docility or aggression.

Aside from being a commendable gundog, the GSP is also outstanding as a family pet. Around the family, this dog is loyal, devoted, obedient, sociable and protective. It loves to play with children and likes to be surrounded by humans and other kinds of dogs.

The body of the GSP manifests a powerful and agile capability because of its streamlined and lean physique. Its uniquely built hind legs are so powerful it allows him to turn quickly and rapidly. It has floppy and moderately long ears and a snout that is broad and powerful that allows him to carry heavy game.

Generally, the tails of the GSPs are docked at a length that is enough for the dogs to wag and move their tails although in some countries docking is prohibited. The coat of the GSP is very short, flat and double coated. The undercoat is dense and the outer coat is stiff making the GSP water and temperature resistant.

This breed is often found in colors of dark brown, chocolate or chestnut (liver), black and white. Some may have solid-colored coats but some have sprinkles or patches of other colors all over their bodies. The patched or sprinkled pattern on the GSP's coat allows it to camouflage amongst trees and bushes during winter season. - 20511

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Title: The All-Around Gundog, German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP)
Author: Chuck Berry
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