The Pudelpointer is another of the German versatile breeds and was used in the development of the German Wirehaired Pointer. Its origins come from both the Pointer and from the standard poodle, which contrary to popular belief is a German (not French) breed that originally was an outstanding retriever.

This unique breed was developed to hunt and point all upland game, trail wounded birds or furred quarry and utilize its natural retrieving instincts on land or water. Pudelpointers prefer to work close to the gun with frequent check-ins with its master. In addition to excellence on land, Pudelpointers are great water dogs.

The Pudelpointer is a very friendly and eager to please dog that functions equally well in the field and in the home. As a medium-sized dog, the Pudelpointer usually averages between 22 and 25 inches and weighs between 45 to 70 pounds. They are usually liver, but colors also include black, light brown and fawn with markings on the chest and paws. Traditionally, the Pudelpointer has a harsh, wiry and dense coat, but some dogs have smooth coats and others have long and wooly coats. All Pudelpointers, however, have pronounced eyebrows and whiskered muzzles.

Clubs and Organizations

• Canadian American Pudelpointer Association
  http://www.pudelpointer.org