Pointer's pointing stance

The Pointer is a group of dog breeds; specifically, they are a type of gundog typically used in hunting birds. The name pointer most likely comes from the dog's stance when they spot prey; many dogs point naturally at interesting noises or possible prey by lifting one paw and tucking it under their chests, with their nose extended and tail straight behind. Pointers were selectively bred for dogs who had this natural trait. They typically start to acquire their hunting instincts at about 2 months of age, although they need to be trained to assume the stance at all appropriate times and to maintain it until released by the hunter. Image File history File links PointerDogSketch3. ... Image File history File links PointerDogSketch3. ... Trinomial name Canis lupus familiaris (Linnaeus, 1758) The dog is a canine mammal of the Order Carnivora that has been domesticated for at least 14,000 years and perhaps for as long as 150,000 years based on recent evidence. ... This Chihuahua mix and Great Dane show the wide range of dog breed sizes. ... Gundogs, also called bird dogs, are a category of dog breeds developed to assist hunters or sports people to retrieve prey, usually birds. ... Selective breeding in domesticated animals is the process of developing a cultivated breed over time. ...

The Pointer originated in England in about the 1650s. It was the first dog used to stand game. Royal motto (French): Dieu et mon droit (Translated: God and my right) Englands location within the UK Official language English de facto Capital London de facto Largest city London Area - Total Ranked 1st UK 130,395 km² Population - Total (mid-2004) - Density Ranked 1st UK 50. ... Significant Events and Trends World Leaders King Frederick III of Denmark (1648 - 1670). ...

Pointers typically have short-haired coats, although some breeds, such as the German Pointer, come in longer-haired or wire-haired versions.

Pudelpointer demonstrating the pointing stance.

Pointers include the following breeds: I took this picture of my dog, named Banjo for those who want to know, he is a Pudelpointer and in this picture he is on point while in training under the hands of Bodo Winterhelt in Oregon. ... I took this picture of my dog, named Banjo for those who want to know, he is a Pudelpointer and in this picture he is on point while in training under the hands of Bodo Winterhelt in Oregon. ...

• Ariege Pointer
• Brittany (formerly known as the Brittany Spaniel)
• English Pointer
• German Longhaired Pointer
• German Rough-haired Pointer
• German Shorthaired Pointer
• German Wirehaired Pointer
• Hungarian Vizsla
• Italian Spinone
• Old Danish Pointer
• Portuguese Pointer
• Pudelpointer
• Weimaraner

Country of origin France Classification Breed standards (external links) FCI, AKC, ANKC, CKC KC(UK), NZKC, UKC The Brittany is a breed of gun dog that is primarily bred for bird hunting. ... Country of origin England Classification and breed standards An English Pointer, often called simply a Pointer, is a breed of dog developed as a gun dog. ... Common nicknames GSP DK Country of origin Germany Classification and breed standards The German Shorthaired Pointer is a breed of dog developed in the 1800s in Germany for hunting. ... Country of origin Germany Classification Breed standards (external links) FCI, AKC, ANKC KC(UK), NZKC, UKC The German Wirehaired Pointer is a breed of dog developed in the 1800s in Germany for hunting. ... Country of origin Hungary Classification Breed standards (external links) The Hungarian Vizsla, pronounced VEEZH-la (zh as in vision), is a dog breed originating in Hungary. ... Common nickname Spinone Country of origin Italy Classification Breed standards (external links) FCI, AKC, ANKC KC(UK),NZKC, UKC Notes The CKC miscellaneous class is for not yet fully recognised by the organisation Spinone Italiano is an Italian dog breed. ... The Old Danish Pointer is a medium-sized breed of dog, white with brown markings, originally used as a pointing dog in Denmark. ... Breed standard (external link) FCI A Pudelpointer is a versatile hunting dog breed from Germany. ... Country of origin Germany Classification and breed standards The Weimaraner is a silver-grey breed of dog developed originally both for tracking large game, such as bears, and as a gun dog. ...

External links

• http://www.akc.org/breeds/recbreeds/pointer.cfm
• Seterkowo.ORG - International Setters Site
• Klub Wyżłów Brytyjskich w Polsce
• The Biggest Setter Gallery
• The Pointer - A general overview of Pointers