Pointer for sale

This breed is typically affectionate, gentle and very people oriented. They are energetic outdoors but usually calm indoors once exercised. Most do well with respectful children and enjoy being part of all family activities. Their sensitivity means they respond best to kind, consistent handling rather than harsh corrections.

This is an athletic field dog that generally needs at least 1.5 to 2 hours of purposeful activity every day. Long walks, off‑lead running in safe areas, and mentally engaging work such as scent games or gundog training are ideal. Without enough exercise, they can become restless, vocal, or destructive in the home.

They can live in an apartment, but only if their exercise and mental stimulation needs are met very reliably. A secure yard makes daily life much easier, since they enjoy sprinting and exploring. In smaller spaces they tend to follow their people closely, so owners need to be comfortable with a very attached, active dog.

Most get along well with other dogs and can be sociable in multi‑dog homes. Because of their strong prey drive, they may chase cats, rabbits and other small animals, particularly outdoors. Early, careful socialisation and training can improve manners, but some individuals are never fully trustworthy with small pets off lead.

They are generally robust, but there is increased risk of hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, eye conditions such as progressive retinal atrophy, and certain autoimmune and thyroid issues. Bloat (gastric dilatation‑volvulus) can also occur in deep‑chested dogs of this type. Responsible breeders screen for hips, elbows and eyes and monitor family lines for inherited disease.

The short, dense coat is low maintenance and usually only needs a quick brushing once or twice a week to remove loose hair. They do shed, especially seasonally, so regular brushing can reduce hair in the home. Routine nail trimming, ear checks and dental care are still important even though the coat itself is simple.

Many remain quite lively through the first three years and mature more slowly than some other breeds. They often start to settle mentally around two to three years of age, provided they receive appropriate training and daily exercise. Even as adults they retain a playful, active personality rather than becoming sedentary.

They are intelligent, biddable and usually eager to please, but their energy and sensitivity can be challenging for beginners. Consistent routines, reward‑based methods and short, varied sessions work best. Off‑lead reliability can take time because many are easily distracted by scents and birds, so recall training needs early and ongoing focus.

This breed is typically more refined and lighter in build, with a smoother coat and a very distinctive, stylised pointing stance. It was developed primarily as a specialist bird dog focused on locating and indicating game, whereas some continental pointing breeds were designed as versatile all‑round gundogs. Temperament can also differ, with this breed often described as particularly sensitive and people focused.

This is not a good choice for people who cannot commit significant daily time to exercise and interaction. They need both physical outlets and mental work to stay balanced and content. When their needs are not met, behaviour problems such as hyperactivity, chewing or excessive vocalisation are more likely to develop.