Small Munsterlander

FCI 102 . Spaniel type

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The Little Münsterländer, It is a breed of dog in German, Spaniel type. Born in the region of Muensterland from where derives its name.

About the year 1870 they met in Münsterland, many dogs of Spaniel type Germans that very self-assured animals, very good trackers and bailiffs. But the needs of the aristocracy and his fondness for hunting unleashed a series of changes in the canine world…

In the year 1906 the poet Herman Lons, dedicated himself to investigating everything related to the -then- so-called “Roten Hannoverischen Heidebracke” o “Red Hanoverian Heath Hound”. In an abbreviated manner, they called it "Heidewachtel”.

Count von Bevervörde – Lohburg and Principal Master Reitmann of Burgsteinfurt, at the same time they achieved the first results with its crianzas. In the following years the “Dorsterer Schlag”.

Y, in March of 1912 was founded theSmall Münsterländer Pointing Dog Association”. The objectives of the Association were: “to promote the purity and high-level breeding of the small long-haired pointer as it has been bred in Münsterland for decades”.

The lack of common characteristics of the breed had a negative influence on both the breeding and the activity of the association.

It was from the year 1921 when a breeding program began to be carried out -mainly- consensus and supported in the standard of the breed to the Dr. Friedrich Jungklaus published his scientific work on Small Munsterlander.

It is this study, described all breed characteristics. That description of the race is still – fundamentally- valid today and is what distinguishes the Small Munsterlander, other German long-haired and versatile hunting dogs.

Then, summarizing…, the Small Munsterlander was born from the crossing of Spaniel with the German Longhaired Pointer in the early 20th century.

But his selection, Although it is very similar to the of the Large Münsterländer, since they share as ancestor the German Longhaired Pointer, they have been developed separately.

The Small Munsterlander, is an elegant dog, your body has a structure medium-sized, strong and harmonious, balanced proportions. Elegant head. With an upright posture, shows the flowing lines of its body and tail with a flat carriage.

Its hair bright should be smooth to slightly ondeado, not too long and bushy.

The length of the body measured from the tip of the breastbone to the ischium must be greater than the height at the cross as maximum 5 cm..

The skin is very adherent, without forming folds. The fur is thick, long Middle, smooth to something ondeado, well glued and waterproof. Its silhouette outline should not be hidden under a too long hair.

The hair thick should be the best possible protection against the inclement weather, influences of the ground and to avoid injuries. Is a short, smooth fur.

The fur It should be Brown and white and Brown Roan with Brown plates – the mantle – mottled, allow a whitelist in the head, fire on the snout markings are tolerated, eyes and around the anus (Jungklaus brands).

The height will of 52 to 54 centimeters.

The Small Münsterländer is an intelligent dog, adept at learning, temperamental and balanced.

It is a very versatile dog, It adapts smoothly to any type of hunting, climate and terrain, It is a perfect breed both for the 'sample' and for the 'collection', It is risky and not afraid of anything or anyone.

As a companion dog it is stable, attentive and friendly people (the family), playful, lively and cheerful.

The Small Munsterlander learn very fast.

Often relate well with other dogs and always retain its passionate and persevering instinct towards the dam, his multiple conditions for hunting and his tempered nerves and sharpness.

Observations

It is the smallest of the Pointing Dogs germans.

Since Puppy He usually learns very quickly to relieve himself outside the house., because they have a tendency of innate to keep clean the place in which they live.

The Small Munsterlander he is an intelligent and confident dog. They are easy to train and educate, and very rarely do they disappoint their teacher in their speed of learning. Teaching them tricks shouldn't be much more complicated than teaching them the rules of life..

Having said that, It is recommended to start learning early and start socializing the puppy as soon as possible, especially for an individual who will live in the city, to develop your confidence and ability to resist your stalking instincts.

If the dog is destined to hunt, must be trained for hunting through play and not through repetitive training. It is also important to teach him that he should not hunt anywhere and at any time.. Fortunately, memory learning, either by voice or gestures, works great with this breed.

In summary, the consistency, the kindness, intellectual stimulation and assiduity are necessary to make them the perfect family companion and channel their energy.

The Small Munsterlander it is resistant and, due to its large gene pool, has no diseases of its own.

His only Achilles heel are his ears.: suffers from ear and ear infections a bit more often than most breeds.

Take care of Small Munsterlander requires little effort: brushing your dog's coat every now and then is enough to keep his coat shiny during normal activity.

Brushing and checking the dog's ears should be systematic after going out into the woods or fields, to make sure there is no dirt trapped between the longest hairs. Drying them well after swimming also reduces the risk of repeated ear infections..

Are needed between 500 and 800 euros to adopt a puppy from Small Munsterlander.

The price of a puppy of this breed differs depending on the sex: a female is more expensive than a male.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Small Munsterlander" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Adaptation ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ​​ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 102
• Group 7: Pointing Dogs
• Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.2 Spaniel type. With proof of work..

Federations:

• – FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.2: Spaniel type ⓘ
• – CKC – Miscellaneous ⓘ
• – ​KC – Hunting dog ⓘ
• – UKC – Gun Dog ⓘ

Germany

09.11.2004

Use:

Dog used for multiple use hunting.

General appearance:

Aristocratic and elegant, your body has a structure of size medium, strong and harmonious, balanced proportions. Aristocratic head. With an upright posture, shows the flowing lines of its body and tail with a flat carriage. Forelimbs well covered with feathers, hindlimbs in pants with the tail showing a marked flag. Its shiny coat should be straight to slightly wavy, not too long and bushy. Their movements are harmonic, covering the surface well.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS:

• The length of the body measured from the tip of the sternum to the ischium must be greater than the height at the cross as a maximum 5 cm..
• The length of the skull from the occipital protuberance to the stop is equal to the length of the muzzle from the stop to the nose.

Little Münsterländer is an intelligent dog, adept at learning, temperamental and balanced. His character is stable; attentive and friendly people (suitable for the family). Good social relationship and ability to get along with the guide (team qualification). Passionate and persevering instinct towards the dam, multiple conditions for hunting as well as tempered nerves and sharpness.

Head:

His head and expression coin his typicality.

• Skull: Aristocratic, dry, flat to slightly domed.
• Depression links (Stop): Slightly marked yet clearly recognizable

facial region:

• Truffle: Unicolor, brown.
• Snout: Strong, long, straight muzzle.
• Lips: Short, well overlapped, well pigmented – unicolor – brown.
• Jaws / Teeth: Large white teeth. Strong jaws with a regular, full scissor bite, in which the upper incisors close in front of the lower ones without losing contact and the teeth are placed vertically in the jaws. With 42 teeth according to the dental formula. More or less number of 2xP1 is allowed.
• Cheeks: Strong and well muscled.

Eyes: Medium-sized, neither bulging nor sunken. Where possible dark brown. Eyelids close to the eyeball, covering the conjunctiva.

Ears: Wide, high insertion, well attached to the head; they become pointed at their lower edge and do not extend beyond the corner of the mouth.

Neck:

Its length should be in harmony with the general appearance, widening somewhat towards the trunk. Very muscular and slightly domed nape. Tight throat skin.

Body:

• top line: Right, leaning slightly.
• Cross: Marked.
• Back: Strong, with good musculature. The spine should be covered with muscles. Pork loin: Short, wide and muscular.
• Rump: Long and wide with a slight slant towards the tail and well muscled. Wide pelvis.
• Breast : Deeper than wide with a sternum that reaches as far back as possible. Well arched ribs.
• Bottom line and Belly: Elegant, develops with a slight arch back. Dry

Tail:

Set high with a long flag. Its insertion is strong, then refining. Medium long. Idle down, in movement its bearing is horizontal and oscillating, not too much above the top line. Its last third can bend slightly upwards.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

• As a whole: Seen straight ahead and parallel if possible. Seen in profile limbs positioned well below the body. The distance from the floor to the elbow should be the same as from the elbow to the withers.
• Shoulder: Well-adjusted scapulae, strong muscles. The scapula and forearm form a correct angle of approximately 90°.
• Arm: As long as possible and well muscled.
• Elbow: Attached to the body without turning in or out. Arm and forearm form a correct angle. Forearm: Strong bones placed vertically.
• Articulation of the carpus: Strong.
• Metacarpus: Barely directed forward.
• Previous foot: Round and arched with tight toes and thick pads, rough and resistant without lush hair. Parallel feet both while standing and during movement without turning neither in nor out.

LATER MEMBERS:

• As a whole: Viewed from the back, straight and parallel. Correct knee and joint angulations. Strong bones.
• Thigh: Long, wide and muscular. Pelvis and thigh are at the correct angle.
• Leg: Long, muscular and tendon.
• Tarsal joint: Strong.
• Metatarsus: Short, vertical placement.
• Rear foot: Round and arched with tight toes and thick pads, rough and resistant without lush hair. Parallel feet both while standing and during movement without turning neither in nor out.

Movement:

Covers the surface with a lot of push and corresponding reach. Front and rear straight and parallel members while maintaining a proud attitude. An ambling step is not desired.

Mantle

SKIN: Very adherent, without forming folds.

Fur: Bushy, long Middle, smooth to something ondeado, well glued and waterproof. Its silhouette outline should not be hidden under a too long hair. Bushy hair should provide the best possible protection against inclement weather, influences of the ground and to avoid injuries. Is a short, smooth fur. Feathered forelimbs, hindlimbs up to the heel joint with pants. The tail has a long flag and its tip is white. Heavy chest hair is undesirable.

Color: White and brown roan with brown plates – coat – mottled, allow a whitelist in the head, fire on the snout markings are tolerated, eyes and around the anus (Jungklaus brands).

Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

• Males: 54 cm..
• females: 52 cm..

A variation in size is allowed by more or less than 2 cm.. (Tolerance in measurements).

Fouls:

Any deviation from the above points must be considered a fault and the severity with which the fault must be considered must be exactly proportional to its degree and its effects on the health and well-being of the dog..

SERIOUS FAULTS:

• Clumsy and large-boned conformation.
• Serious deviations from correct body proportions, neck and height and withers.
• More than 50 % flesh-colored or blotchy nose.
• Pointed snout. Domed muzzle.
• Eyes too light.
• Croup too short.
• Severe lack of chest depth or too flat chest. Barrel chest.
• Elbows turned very outward or inward.
• Pronounced pasterns.
• Cow hock or barrel leg, both in posture and movement. movement.
• Toes spread apart; flat feet.
• Clumsy movement.
• Smooth ears without hair or too long and curly fringes on the ears.
• Too curly coat.
• Deviation of size limits between +/•2cm and +/• 4cm.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES

• Aggressive or overly shy dogs.
• Any dog ​​that clearly shows physical or behavioral abnormalities.
• Fearfulness, aggressiveness, shyness in hunting or shooting.
• Gross deviations. Gender type, sexual malformations.
• Completely depigmented nose.
• All deviations from the correct scissor bite, except the lack or excess of two P1.
• Broken jaw or split lip.
• Bird's eye.
• Ectropion, entropion, distiquiasis, (double lash line).
• Pronounced double chin.
• Marked cockroach back,
• Pronounced sway back; crooked spine.
• Malformation of the rib cage, for example, cut sternum.
• Twisted glue, ring tail, other tail abnormalities, for example, tail too short or too long.
• Solid colored dogs.
• Deviation in height of more than +/•4 cm.

• Males should have two apparently normal testicles completely descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with a typical conformation of the breed typical conformation of the breed should be used for breeding.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Munsterlander (Small), Kleiner Münsterländer, Vorstehhund, Spion, Heidewachtel (English).
2. Petit münsterländer (French).
3. Vorstehhund, Spion, Heidewachtel (German).
4. (em alemão: Kleiner münsterländer) (Portuguese).
5. Pequeño Münsterländer (español).