Mary Allen
#4 Today, the breeding of the German Langhaar is still very much focused on good performance in the hunt, and in order to be approved for breeding, the dogs must first successfully pass a rigorous performance test that checks their abilities for all work in the field, water and forest before and after the shot.
#5 The German Longhaired Pointer has a balanced, calm temperament and great leadership.
He is an obedient, good-natured fellow with a high stimulus threshold and strong nerves. Although he is very fond of children and family-friendly, he is still a hunting dog through and through - this means that on the one hand he has a strong hunting instinct and on the other hand he needs a lot of species-appropriate activity.
#6 A daily walk is far from enough work for him, and persistent frustration and boredom can result.
Therefore, he is not necessarily the best pure family dog and certainly not a dog for beginners. He needs a competent and, above all, sensitive hand in his upbringing, the German Longhaired Pointer suffers a lot from too strict a regime. However, if he can pursue his natural urge to move and hunt in a safe environment, he is a reliable and loyal partner.