Even-temperedAlertTrainable
Sporting Group — Origin: England
Pointer
A large-sized sporting-group dog known for being even-tempered and alert.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–34 kg
- Lifespan
- 12–17 yrs
Strength
8
Stamina
10
Trainability
8
Friendliness
9
At a mid-life age of 14.5 years, this breed is roughly
89.6 human years old
See the full dog-years calculatorWhat it eats
- Large-breed formula kibble with joint support
- Two meals a day to avoid bloat
- Glucosamine supplement as they age
What it does
- Long-distance running or biking companion
- Working or herding-style tasks
- Advanced agility and endurance sport
Habitat
Needs a house with a fenced yard and room to stretch out; less suited to cramped apartments.
Daily exercise needs
Bred with a trainable streak, this breed keeps its condition with very high daily exertion.
Very High exertion~140 min/day
Field note
Hailing from England, the Pointer has been recognized as part of the Sporting group for generations of purposeful breeding.