Dogs

English Pointer

English Pointer
A pointer looks inquisitively across the yard.
Alternative names
Pointer
Country of origin
England
Common nicknames
Classification and breed standards
FCI:	Group 7 Section 2 #1
AKC:	Sporting
ANKC:	Group 3 (Gundogs)
CKC:	Group 1 - Sporting Dogs
KC (UK):	Gundog
NZKC:	Gundog
UKC:	Group
Not recognized by any major kennel club
This breed of dog is extinct
Notes

An English Pointer, often called simply a Pointer, is a breed of dog developed as a gun dog. It is one of several pointer breeds.

Appearance

The standard colourings of an English Pointer are liver, lemon, orange or black. These can be solid colours, or a combination white Speckles, and patches are also acceptable. Black and white pointers are sometimes confused with Dalmatians. Dalmatians have a great number of small spots, whereas Pointers have a few large spots.

A pointer rests on the grass

A domestic pointer rests in her home

Health

The average life span of a Pointer is 12 to 17 years.

History

Four breeds went into the development of the Pointer: the Foxhound, Bloodhound, Greyhound, and English Bull Terrier.

Miscellaneous

When Pointers work with hunters, they are often used in combination with a retriever, to point out the prey to the retriever, using the pointer stance.

External links

• Seterkowo.ORG - International Setters Site
• Klub Wyżłów Brytyjskich w Polsce
• The Biggest Setter Gallery

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