THE POINTER DOG, One Of The Best Companions

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Channel: Veterinary Network 路 2018 路 Pets & Animals

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The pointer dog is an agile and suitable companion for hunting, his whole body is specially designed for this activity. He is an elegant, obedient and tenacious hunter but he is also a good animal, sociable and that gets along well with the whole family.

Especially when its owner is a lover of sports, since the pointer needs to go out every day to exercise to spend energy, stay active and not get bored.

1. Possible origin.

Some experts consider that he is a descendant of the French braco, while others say that his ancestor is the English braco. A third current has the opinion that the father of this line was the Spanish braco. For this reason, it is currently unknown exactly what the ancestors of the pointer dog are.

2. Morphological characteristics of the pointer dog.

It has a broad thorax, accompanied by well-developed and muscular legs. Its tail is medium length, thick at the base and gradually tapers until it reaches the tip.

The coat of the pointer dog is thin, short, rigid and well attached to the body. Their fur colors cover a wide range of shades and spots. Different colors are known, among the most common are: black, brown or orange, always on white base. Sometimes unicolor or tricolor pointer dogs are given.

The eyes of this breed of dogs can be hazel or brown, always with a kind expression. The ears hang on the cheeks and are medium with a pointed ending.

3. Skills.

The pointer dog is considered one of the best hunting dogs due to its agility, speed and olfactory ability. You can smell the faintest smell of any animal even in hot, dry climates.

Pointers dogs owe their name to the characteristic position they adopt when they locate a prey. They point with their snout towards the direction where it is. In addition, they remain immobile with one leg raised and bent at the wrist.

4. Temperament.

It is a loyal, affectionate, and familiar dog, with an excellent character and a wonderful capacity for attention and learning. Pointer dogs are wonderful with children and are excellent playmates.

His striking appearance has in many cases meant adopting him as a family pet. Unfortunately, and too often, the needs of this race are overlooked. The owner of a pointer dog must satisfy the athletic abilities of this breed. They should allow or facilitate physical activities for a good part of the day.

Who wants to have a dog of this breed should think very seriously about the particularities of their pace of life and their home. His memory is incredible and he is also very docile and obedient, so his education does not usually present problems.

5. Particular care.

If you are thinking of having a pointer dog, you should know that the city is not ideal for him. It is a hunting dog that has great energy and vitality. Therefore, they need a lot of space to move and exercise.

The owner of a pointer must guarantee at least one hour of daily attention. Only then can the pointer become an ideal family dog. If not, the owner should think of a different and less active breed.

To avoid having skin problems, it is recommended to brush your hair often. If you go out with him to the field, he checks his body for parasites whenever he returns home. In addition, dogs with drooping ears often tend to accumulate wax, so their ears should be checked frequently for cleaning.

To avoid health problems, it is very important that you apply the necessary vaccines and deworming frequently. It is essential to give you a good quality of life.

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