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Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
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Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer they are very close to their family and are affectionate and playful with their family.

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History

Appeared somewhere between the steppes of Russia and the Carpathians, the Hungarian Braco (commonly known as Vizsla, What does "indicator" mean in Hungarian?) has an ancient history, probably thousands of years. He already accompanied the Magyar tribes before they settled in the Carpathian basin, where the current Hungary is located, in the 9th century.

The first references to this dog date back to the 13th century, and more precisely to the story of one of the scribes of King Adelbert III (1235-1270) which recounts the migrations of the Hungarian people, in which the use of a yellowish dog named Vizsla for hunting. It was also depicted in the 14th century in the illustrations of the chronicles written by the Carmelites. Numerous sixteenth-century Hungarian documents also evoke his role as a faithful companion of kings and aristocracy..

While there is no doubt that the Vizsla current is the result of numerous crossbreeds between hunting dogs over the centuries, these were always carried out in order to preserve the original features, as evidenced by the brown nose which is different from most others pointers.

Historically, the Vizsla has always had a short coat. But, early twentieth century, in the decade of 1930, two breeders came up with the idea of รขโ‚ฌโ€นรขโ‚ฌโ€นa Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer to the country breeders' club. His goal was to create a dog with all the qualities of the Vizsla, but with a coat that would protect it more effectively from snow and icy water, as well as scratches and scratches when hunting in the forest.

Although it was debated, the proposal was accepted under certain conditions, including maintaining the same coat color. Jozsef Vasa, breeder of the Hungarian Braco, y Laszlo Gresznarik, breeder of the German Shorthaired Pointer, crossed two female Vizsla named Csibi and Zsuzsi with a male of German Shorthaired Pointer called Astor von Potat. Two generations later, Selle Day was the first Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer that was shown at a dog show.

It seems that during World War II, when the population was in decline, crosses were also made with other breeds such as the Setter Irish or the Griffon. But, there is no record of this miscegenation in the records kept by Hungarian organizations.

The breed was recognized in 1963 by the Fรฉdรฉration Cynologique Internationale (FCI), nine years after the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla). The first specimens were exported to North America in the decade of 1970. More quickly adopted in Canada, to the point of gaining official recognition from the Canadian Kennel Club (CKC) in 1977.

In the United States, was not up 2006 and 2014 respectively than the United Kennel Club (UKC) and the American Kennel Club (AKC) they did the same, while they had already recognized the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) in 1960 (AKC) and 1984 (UKC). Its growing presence in Europe also allowed it to be recognized by the British Kennel Club. (KC) in 1991.

Photo: Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer; MVD belongs to the sample dogs of the group 7 of the FCI with proof of work by Broneder, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics

The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is a medium-sized dog that differs from its short-haired cousin by its slightly squarer appearance on average, but also and above all because of the length and texture of its coat.

Its slightly rectangular body is dry and well developed, no superfluous roundness. He leans on legs of solid bones, well structured and with prominent muscles. The legs are oval in shape and end in brown claws.

The tail is wide at the base and tapers to the tip. For years, as a precaution for hunting parties, the queue was shortened by about a quarter. This practice of cutting the tail of dogs (tail docking) is currently prohibited in many territories, including France, Switzerland, Belgium and Quebec.

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Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

The head of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is quite wide, with a slightly domed skull at a moderate stop. Ears are back, going down along the cheeks and are slightly shorter than those of the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla). The eyes are oval, medium-sized, and brown according to the coat. The muzzle is quite short and ends in a broad brown nose as well, but darker in color than fur.

It is the latter that clearly distinguishes it from its cousin.. Both have a dense, waterproof underlayer, but the top layer of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is longer (2 to 3 cm.) and it has a completely different texture. They are made of wire hair, hard, dense and very dense. These features give it excellent protection against harsh outdoor conditions. At face level, hair is slightly shorter, except on the eyebrows and especially the beard. This is not very long (2-3cm.), but it is very pronounced and noticeable.

Like his short haired counterpart, the fur of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's golden wheat, and the spikes may be darker in the shade. Shades of red, brown or light yellow are accepted, but they are not wanted. A small white spot on the chest is possible, as long as it does not exceed 5 cm..

Finally, sexual dimorphism is well marked in this breed, the male being significantly larger and more massive than the female.

Character and skills

The character of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is comparable to the Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla), but with the addition of a wet beard when caressed.

They are very close to their family and are affectionate and playful with their own. But, generally feels closer to a particular person among them, whom he considers as his human reference, and it doesn't stop making you feel clearly.

In any case, he is much less open with humans who are not part of his home. This does not mean that he is aggressive or distrustful towards them., but rather indifferent.

But, if you perceive a threat to your family or territory, whether it comes from an unknown human or another animal, he is very protective, not hesitating to scold or even interfere.

Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

He behaves in exactly the same way with children. Like this, is close to the little ones of the family, but he prefers to avoid others. You have to be careful when the first one plays with friends, as you may misinterpret some of the second's actions as aggression, and then react inappropriately. Like any other dog of any breed, should not be left alone with a young child without adult supervision.

The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer gets along well with his peers, whether they are those you meet on your walks or those who share your home when necessary. Their relationships with other animals are much more complicated, as they soon fall victim to their strong hunting instinct. The domestic cat is usually protected, especially if you have grown up with him since he was young, but a rodent or a bird cannot say the same if he lives next to him in the house or is on a walk. An unknown cat is also likely to be relentlessly chased.

Used for centuries to succeed on long hunting trips, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer still an active dog today. You need to be able to exercise for at least an hour each day to feel comfortable, and you feel even happier if you can spend whole days walking through the forest. So, its level of activity implies that it is not suitable for an elderly or very sedentary person.

Hunting is still his favorite activity, and the one that best allows you to express all your qualities. Otherwise, canine research sports (tracking, Cavemen…) they are a perfect outlet, to solicit your extraordinary sense of smell.

Obedience and agility are also disciplines that will do you good. More simply, it is also a great companion for cyclists, runners, hikers, nature lovers, mushroom pickers… This is all the more true since it is robust and capable of evolving on all types of terrain., from dense forests to rocky mountains, passing through snowy plains or swamps.

In the city, it is strongly recommended to keep him on a leash to avoid accidents if he runs after a passing cat or small animal. But, once in the desert, it is much more appropriate to let it run free. Of course, learning withdrawal orders is an essential prerequisite, for obvious security reasons. A GPS dog collar is nevertheless a good investment to help locate you if the deer you are chasing has led you into unfamiliar terrain..

It also, as it does very well in the aquatic environment. Without being particularly fond, he likes to swim once in a while, especially if the place where you live offers this possibility.

Used to hunting quite independently and, Therefore, to make decisions for themselves, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer has acquired a certain intelligence coupled with a strong character. A beginning teacher is probably overwhelmed.

If you are independent in your way of acting, does not mean that he likes to be alone. You can wait patiently at home when your family is at work during the day, but should be able to be as much as possible with the rest of the time. It also, it is likely to hurt if left alone for a whole weekend because it cannot bear the stress caused by the absence of its masters. It also, just because you are physically fit to sleep in the garden, even when it's a little cool, does not mean that this is recommended. In fact, to be well in the head, do not keep him away from his family: it's more of an indoor dog, who prefers to watch television at night with his family than to admire the stars alone outside.

This is all the more true as he is surprisingly calm when his exercise needs are met., to the point of being able to live in an apartment, provided it is large enough to accommodate it in good condition. Discreet and well educated, are not the type that barks on top of your lungs or howls when you die, and are not usually noticed by the neighbors. In fact, they rarely bark (generally when they perceive a threat), but then they don't stop making themselves heard, since his voice rises a lot.

But, the ideal environment for him is a house with a garden (perfectly fenced) in the countryside. A walk in the city during the same time does not have the same flavor as an outing for a dog accustomed to nature and the great outdoors.

Education

Like all dogs, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer benefits greatly from socialization that begins in its first few weeks and continues for the following months. Usually goes smoothly, since then he is particularly open and curious, quickly getting used to the different environments and situations you encounter. Itร‚ยดs, because, the ideal time to get used to the people you will meet regularly in your life (friends, neighbors, veterinary…), but also to take him to all kinds of places and allow him to meet various humans and similar creatures.

Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

The education of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer can give a slightly timid caregiver a hard time, that you wouldn't know how to be respected by your dog. Strong of character and independent, will soon prevail if left alone. But, perfectly suited to beginners, as long as they know how to assert their authority. For this, it is important to establish clear and consistent rules without delay, so much over time (what is prohibited one day is also prohibited the next day) as between the different members of the family (it is not about one person authorizing what another person prohibits), to establish impeccable discipline and ensure that he respects his master's authority. Once you understand that you can't decide for yourself, accepts the situation and is not the one to monitor the slightest defect and constantly question the established order – If and when, of course, their masters continue to know how to impose themselves when necessary.

On the other hand, educate a Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's much simpler, fast and effective with methods based on positive reinforcement. Compliments and caresses are a good source of motivation to make her want to learn, and sweets are also valuable allies to motivate him to do what is asked of him. On the other hand, traditional training techniques are doomed to failure, as they are likely to totally destabilize it, making him fearful and insecure.

Last, withdrawal orders are high on the list of things to teach your dog as a priority. In fact, so that you can let him play freely during field trips, which is particularly beneficial for him, must be perfectly assimilated.

Health

The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer they are generally robust, with a life expectancy of around 12-14 years, which is in line with the average of dogs of their size.

Their short coat protects them from both heat and cold, allowing them to live in a wide variety of climates. But, not adapted to extremes, and can't sleep outside when freezing, for example, or run in the sun in the middle of a summer heat wave.

No dog is immune to disease, and the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is no exception. In this case, to which it is most exposed are ..:

  • The Hip Dysplasia, a joint problem often favored by a hereditary predisposition, causing pain and difficulty in movement, as well as osteoarthritis with age;
  • Elbow dysplasia, a malformation of the joint, which is also possibly related to a predisposition inherited from parents, and that also causes pain and lameness;
  • Epilepsy, a nervous system disease of often hereditary origin, responsible for more or less frequent and intense seizures. The disease cannot be cured on its own, but your symptoms can be relieved with the help of medication;
  • Addison's disease, a hormonal deficiency that is usually inherited from the parents and manifests itself in various ways: weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, weightloss… The most severe form of the disease is usually fatal, while the chronic form can be kept under control with lifelong treatment;
  • Hemophilia type A, an inherited disorder that prevents blood from clotting properly, and that affects men more than women. May manifest in heavy bleeding, bruising or blood in the urine;
  • Hyperuricosia, a disease also inherited from the parents. Corresponds to an excess of uric acid, leading to the formation of crystals in the urine, which in turn can cause bleeding and kidney failure;
  • Allergies, that can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites. Allergies can be caused by factors as different as food, the environment or parasites, and most often manifest as itching and redness of the skin;
  • Ear infections, as in most breeds of dogs with drooping ears.

The Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer (Vizsla) it is also particularly susceptible to various diseases of the eyes:

  • Progressive retinal atrophy, a degeneration of eye tissue that causes irreparable loss of sight, first at night and then also during the day;
  • Entropion, a defect in the position of the eyelid that can be inherited and causes irritation of the eyeball. The problem can be treated with surgery;
  • Ectropiรณn, an eyelid curl problem also inherited from parents, which also causes eye irritation. Also in this case, an operation remedies the problem;
  • Glaucoma, often hereditary, which is a painful increase in the pressure inside the eye. This leads to blindness if it is not operated as soon as possible.

It also, people who are used to hunt are particularly exposed to the risk of injuries that this activity implies.

Since many of the diseases to which the breed is predisposed are or may be hereditary, the adoption of a strict breeder of Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer maximizes the probability of getting a healthy animal, and one that stays that way. In fact, a professional breeder not only ensures that puppies are well socialized from their first weeks of life, but also that they do not inherit a hereditary defect from their parents. To achieve this goal, causes various genetic tests to be systematically performed on the breeding stock in question, and excludes all those who could present any risk. You can also have the resulting puppies examined to confirm the absence of a hereditary condition.. In any case, must be able to present the results of the tests performed, plus a certificate of good health from a veterinarian and the puppy's health or vaccination record, that includes all vaccines that have been administered.

It also, from the moment he arrives home until the end of his life, it is essential to allow your dog to be regularly examined by a veterinarian for a complete health check. This is necessary at least once a year, and more often as you get older, as it allows early detection of a potential problem and action accordingly. These visits are also an opportunity to have immunizations increased when needed.. At the same time, It is also necessary to ensure that the "child's" antiparasitic treatments are renewed throughout the year., so you are never unprotected at this level.

Grooming

Keep warm Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it's quite simple, weekly brushing is enough to keep it clean and healthy. But, she lets go of her undercoat twice a year, in spring and autumn, and daily brushing is recommended to help remove dead hairs.

Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer
Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer

An occasional bath is also necessary, but the frequency of the bath largely depends on the lifestyle of your dog. These may include, it is not useless to bathe several times a month an individual who is used for hunting or who often travels on muddy trails in the forest and sleeps inside the house. On the other hand, two or three a year may be perfectly enough for someone else who walks mostly on rocky trails in the mountains and whose place to sleep is in the garage. In any case, you should always use a mild shampoo designed specifically for dogs, as it can damage their fur or skin.

It also, special attention should be paid to their ears, as their fallen form means they are potential nests for infections (ear infections, etc.) as soon as dirt or moisture accumulates on them. So, it is important to check and clean them weekly. At the same time, it is important to get used to drying them after a long time in a humid environment, and even more so after swimming in a swamp, lake or stream…

The weekly maintenance session is also an opportunity to examine and, if required, quickly clean the area around the eyes with a damp cloth, again to avoid infections that would be triggered by a dirt deposit.

As in any dog, oral hygiene is also important. So, the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer you should brush your teeth at least once a week, using a toothpaste intended for canine use. This will reduce the deposit of dental plaque., that can cause bad breath, cavities and other diseases by turning into tartar.

It also, despite what their rather active lifestyle might have us believe, this dog needs to have its claws trimmed by hand fairly regularly. This is because they are particularly strong and difficult to wear out.. On average, must be trimmed every 2 or 3 weeks, but if they are not cut every 2 or 3 weeks, it is enough to stretch your ear when walking on hard ground: if then you hear a kind of click with each step, it is because they have become too long and it is time to cut them. Otherwise, not only could it make it difficult for you to walk, but you could also be injured if they broke.

Last, it is recommended to examine it (fur, ears, pads…) after every hunting session or a long stay in the wild, to detect possible cuts or scratches, parasites, thorns…

As in all races, learn how to care for a Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer from a professional (hairdresser or vet) it is the best way to take care of it without risk of damaging or injuring it. It is advisable to accustom him to these different manipulations from a very young age, so that they become a moment of shared pleasure, and not in a task that I try to avoid.

Utilization and training

From the first references to its subject dating from the 13th century, the Hungarian Braco was introduced as a hunting dog, more precisely like a pointing dog. Already at that time, as well as in later centuries, including current, his mission was to find the game and point the hunter in the direction of it. Versatile, is capable of hunting in all terrains (forests, plains, mountains…) and is not afraid of cold or water. So, used to remove various game pieces, either nude or feathered, usually working alone or possibly with a partner, but rarely in a group.

Even today, hunting is the main mission of the Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, and its qualities are recognized in particular by hunters in Central Europe and Great Britain, where it is present in large numbers.

The qualities it mobilizes for hunting (style, obedience, independence…) they also allow you to shine in various canine sports disciplines, either in the crawl, obedience or agility.

The Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer it is also increasingly present in homes as a simple companion dog. Their attachment and energy can be very beneficial to the morale of their owners., and the most athletic find in him a companion of choice for their long excursions in nature. In any case, your need for exercise is quite high, which makes it unsuitable for a very sedentary person, for example.

His protective side also makes him a good watchdog, that spares no effort to put intruders to flight, although not as imposing as other races.

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The price of a puppy Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer is generally between 600 and 800 EUR, without any significant price difference between males and females.

Whatever the location, and as for all races, the amount requested depends on the more or less prestigious ancestry from which the animal comes, as well as the reputation of the breeding from which it comes. Its intrinsic characteristics are, However, the main factor to take into account, which explains that prices within the same litter can vary enormously; individuals closest to the standard and with the best character traits are necessarily more expensive than others.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type โ“˜
  • – AKC – Group 1 (Sports) โ“˜
  • – CKC – Group 1 (Sports) โ“˜
  • – โ€‹KC – Gun Dog โ“˜
  • – NZKC – Gun Dog Group โ“˜
  • – UKC – Gun Dog Group โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer"

Origin:
Hungary

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
06.04.2000

Use:

It is a dog that has repeatedly proven to be a utilitarian hunter.. Both in the field and in the forest, or in the water, has proven to be useful given the typical characteristics it has: highly developed sense of the trail, venteador firm, excellent conduct or behavior to bring the prey, indefatigable chaser of the trail even swimming due to its natural affinity with water. It is capable of surviving extreme weather conditions as well as in the most varied soils.. As a complete hunting dog, the fear of shooting or wild animals is a fault that manifests itself for example in the gathering of prey. Lack of affinity to water is also highly undesirable. Given its unproblematic nature and normal adaptability, It is an excellent dog to live with in the house.



General appearance:

It's a hunting dog, lively, dry looking, enjuto, whose structure is more robust than that of the Hungarian short-haired pointer. His image is the faithful reflection of a multifaceted dog and he is recognized for his perseverance., performance and humility.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS

โ€ข The length of the body is somewhat greater than the height at the withers.
โ€ข The depth of the chest reaches a little less than half the height at the withers..
โ€ข The snout is a little shorter than half the total length of the head.



Behavior / temperament:

It is a faithful dog, easy training and instruction, is self-confident. Does not admit abrupt or rude teaching. He always maintains contact with his guide, search with enthusiasm, is persevering, always available due to his good sense of smell. He remains noticeably in front of the guide.

Head:

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Cranial region:
  • Skull : Moderately wide, gently domed, on the skull a delicate groove that runs from the moderate occiput to the stop. Supraorbital arches are moderately developed.
  • Depression links (stop) : Moderate.

facial region:

  • Truffle : Wide and well developed nose, if possible with wide open nostrils. The truffle color harmonizes with the hair color in a shade a little darker than the coat.
  • Snout : Romo, not pointed, with powerful and heavily muscled jaws. The nasal helm is straight.
  • Belfos : Firms, adherents with nothing hanging.
  • Jaws/Teeth : Powerful jaws with a scissor bite, perfect, regular and complete. There should be no space between the upper and lower incisors The teeth are inserted more or less at right angles to the jaws, 42 healthy teeth and according to the dog's dental formula.
  • Cheeks : Powerful, good muscular.

Eyes : Gently oval, medium-sized. The eyelids are well adherent to the eyeball. The look is lively and intelligent. The color of the eyes is brown and harmonizes with the color of the coat, preferred when the eyes are as dark as possible.

Ears : Insertion slightly back and at medium height. The ear is thin and rests on the cheek, ending downwards in a rounded "V". Its length is approximately three-quarters of the length of the head.

Neck:

Medium length and in harmony with the whole of the dog. Very muscular and gently arched nape. Throat skin is firmly attached.

Body:

  • Cross : Notorious and muscular.
  • Back : companies, well muscled, strong and straight. The bony apices of the vertebrae must be covered by musculature.
  • Pork loin : Short, width, strong, muscular, straight or gently arched. The passage from back to back is firm and compact.
  • Rump : Wide and long enough, it does not cut, gently descends towards the tail, well muscled.
  • Breast : deep and wide, with a moderately developed sill, well drawn and muscular. Sternum pushed back as far back as possible. The sternum and the elbow joints should be at the same height. Ribs moderately sprung. Back ribs with good reach up.
  • Bottom line and belly : Glides firmly back with a graceful, slightly tucked curve.

Tail:

Middle insertion. Strong at the start and tapering towards the tip. In countries where there is no formal ban on tail docking, it will be cut into a quarter of its length for hunting purposes. As long as it cannot be cut, reaches hock height. It is straight and its bearing is light saber. In motion the tail rises to the height of the horizontal. The tail should be covered with good, thick hair..

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen from the front they are parallel. In profile they are seen straight to the ground and located well under the body. Good bone structure and strong muscles.

  • Shoulder : Long scapulae, ideally sloped back and flat. Elastic in movement. Dry and powerful muscles. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
  • Arm : As long as possible and well muscled.
  • Elbow : Next to the body, though not tight or turned in or out. Good angulation between arm and forearm.
  • Forearm : Long, straight, good muscular. Powerful bones, not heavy or rough.
  • Carpo : Dried, firm.
  • Metacarpus : Short, only with a very slight incline in your posture.
  • Front feet : Slightly oval, with fingers together and well arched ; strong brown nails. Strong pads, powerful, resistant and slate gray. The feet are kept parallel both in immobility and during movement.

LATER MEMBERS : Viewed from behind they look straight and parallel. Good angulations. Strong bones.

  • Thigh : Long and well muscled. Good angulation between hip and femur.
  • Knee : Good angulation of the thigh with the leg.
  • Leg : Long, well muscled, fibrous. Its length is approximately equal to the length of the thigh. Good angulation between the leg and the metatarsal.
  • Hock : Strong, dry and stringy. Located relatively low.
  • Metatarsus : Straight, short and dry.
  • Rear feet : Same as forwards.

Movement:

His typical gait is a powerful, flowing trot., elegant and with good ground cover, with great rear propulsion and very good front extension. During the search in the field, a voluntary gallop is customary.. The back is firm and the topline remains straight., without loosening. The bearing is well upright. Pasuqueo is not desirable.

Mantle

SKIN: companies, adherent, without wrinkles. The skin must be well pigmented.

Fur: wire, flat, was, thick and dull. The outer layer is 2 to 3 cm.. long. The inner fleece is dense, thickens and repels water. The contours of the dog should not be altered by the slightly longer coat. It should have hair that is as hard as possible and as thick as possible so that it protects it from inclement weather and prevents injuries.. The lower portions of the legs such as
The underside of the chest and belly also have shorter hair., softer and somewhat thinner, The head and ears are covered by shorter and at the same time darker hair, although for this reason it is no less hard and dense.. The marked eyebrows further show the stop. This, added to the beard, underlines the energetic appearance of the face.. The beard is important, not too long (2 to 3 cm.), as hard as possible and on both sides of the snout. On both sides of the neck there are strands of hair that come together to form a โ€œVโ€.

Color: Different shades of yellow seed. Ears may be a little darker, although staying within the coloration. Red colors are not desirable, browned, or very light tones.
A small white spot on the chest or throat will not be considered fouls, provided that its diameter does not exceed 5 cm., nor will white markings on the fingers be considered faults.. The color of the lips and the edges of the eyelids harmonizes with the color of the nose



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Males: 58-64 cm..
  • females: 54-60 cm..

It is unproductive to increase the height at the withers. A medium size is the goal. The set and the symmetry both in static and in movement are by far more important to the size measured in centimeters.



Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

โ€ข Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
โ€ข Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
โ€ข Aggressive or fearful dog.
โ€ข Notable deviation from the characteristics of their sex.
โ€ข Atypical head
โ€ข Spotted truffle
โ€ข Hanging or slimy lips.
โ€ข Upper or lower prognathism, deviated arch of the incisors and any other option that is not correct.
โ€ข Missing one or more incisors and/or fangs and/or premolars (2-4) and / or molars (1-2); lack of more than two PM1, M3 will not be taken into account or considered. Teeth that are not visible, They will be considered as missing teeth.
โ€ข Supernumerary teeth outside the tooth line.
โ€ข Split palate, harelip.
โ€ข Light yellow eyes, noticeably loose eyelids; ectropion, entropion, disksis (double lash line).
โ€ข Excessive double chin.
โ€ข Dewclaws.
โ€ข Very serious offenses that prevent normal movement.
โ€ข Fine fur, lack of inner fleece, Longhair, soft, silky,
with locks, curly or woolly. Lack of tufts on the
legs.
โ€ข Dark brown or faded yellow, more than one color, color disappeared; white spot on the chest of more than 5 cm..
โ€ข White feet.
โ€ข Depigmentation of both the skin and the edges of the lips and eyelids.
โ€ข More of 2 cm.. deviation of the maximum and minimum measurements.
โ€ข Any weakness in an essential characteristic of character



N.B.:
  • Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
  • Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Hungarian Wire-haired Pointer, Wirehaired Vizsla, Hungarian Wirehaired Vizsla, Drรณtszล‘rลฑ magyar vizsla (English).
2. Braque hongrois ร  poil dur, (en hongrois : drรณtszล‘rลฑ magyar vizsla), Vizsla ร  Poil Dur (French).
3. Drahthaariger Ungarischer Vorstehhund, (ungarisch Drรณtszล‘rลฑ magyar vizsla), Drahthaar Vizsla (German).
4. Braco hรบngaro de pelo duro, (em hรบngaro: drรณtszล‘rลฑ magyar vizsla) (Portuguese).
5. Vizsla hรบngaro de capa alambrada (espaรฑol).

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German Shorthaired Pointer
Alemania FCI 119 . Braque Type

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A strong hunting instinct is the most important characteristic of the German Shorthaired Pointer

Content

History

The German Shorthaired Pointer (Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund, It is a breed of dog developed in the 1800 in Germany, used for hunting.

The exact origin of the German Shorthaired it is not clear. In accordance with the American Kennel Club, it is likely that the German Shorthaired Pointer is a descendant of a race known as German Bird Dog, which in turn is connected with the Old Spanish Pointer introduced in Germany in the 17TH century.

It is also likely that within their ancestors are German dogs and other tracking dogs, as the English Pointer. But, as the first studbook was not created until 1870, It is impossible to identify all the dogs that were needed to create this race.

Physical characteristics

It is a versatile dog, without a doubt the most complete and efficient for hunting breed, thanks to their physical qualities and innate aptitudes, Standing out mainly in:

  • Find and display the birds elegantly.
  • Collect both land and water without distinguishing between the hair and feather.
  • It is the best companion of the bird of prey and the most characteristic in the art of falconry..
  • Prove your courage facing animals as temperamental and determined as the wild boar.
  • Able to follow a trail of blood as well as a Bloodhound.
  • In the home is the faithful, patient and excellent companion of children.

The breed emerged in the 19th century due to the need for a versatile dog, that serve for the various forms of hunting, instead of having a different race for each specialty. With the hunting characteristics set, German breeders began the work of selecting dogs for its kind, and arriving at the end of the 19th century to the first racial standard, which over time, It has undergone changes to adapt to the natural evolution of forms of hunting.

Its main characteristics are:

  • A special smell.
  • A persistent and effective search.
  • Great passion for work in water.
  • Elegant style.
  • Great physical resistance.
  • The courage to face large and aggressive animals without hesitation.
  • Higher than normal canine intelligence (ranks 17 in Stanley Coren's list: "The Intelligence of Dogs").
  • The males measure of 62 to 66 cm and females in 58 to 63 cm., and weigh in 25 to 30 Kg.
  • Coupled with this and its easy training, It is currently one of the most prized hunting worldwide breeds.

The sample in the German Shorthaired Pointer it is par excellence a moment of great beauty and emotion, a true expression of the hunting art. It is the culmination of an extensive search, in which the dog after traveling many kilometers, among bushes, thorns, slopes, ravines or immense Plains, Locate the bird carried by their emanations, this makes the German Shorthaired Pointer the best and inseparable companion of the versatile hunter.

The layer of German Shorthaired Pointer, it is short and flat with a dense coat protected by stiff hairs to make the coat waterproof and allow the dog to keep warm in cold climates. The color can be dark brown which in English is defined as "liver" color (incorrectly as "chocolate" or "chestnut"), black (Despite any area of black it is grounds for disqualification in American Kennel Club), either liver and black or black and white.

Commonly the head is a solid or almost solid color with the body being mottled or "marked" with liver and white., sometimes with large solid-colored spots called "saddle".

Although the standard of German Shorthaired Pointer allows a slightly sandy coloring (โ€œMarca Gelberโ€) in the extremities, This color is rare, any yellow coloration in contests of sample is by the AKC and the CKC, and the dog is disqualified.

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a longer life expectancy than many breeds of the same size, generally they live between 12 and 14 years, There have been cases of copies that have lived in 16 to 18 years.

The characteristic coloration of German Shorthaired Pointer provides you with unrivaled camouflage in winter seasons. To be standing next to dead trees and in the dirty snow, the mixture of the colors of Brown layer, black and white makes the dog bit visible.

Character and skills

The race generally along well with other dogs, Although females seem to be much more dominant in the interaction. A strong hunting instinct is the most important characteristic of this breed., It is not always good if you share a home with other small pets such as cats and rabbits.

But with a proper training, the German Shorthaired Pointer, You will learn to distinguish what is the prey and what is not, which is why, You can live in a friendly manner with other family pets.

The German Shorthaired Pointer needs a good daily dose of exercise, since it is an energetic animal and needs to spend that accumulated energy, if he is not given physical activity he will seem hyperactive and may develop destructive tendencies.

It is good to take into account that this race is not a pet suitable for a home of sedentary or owners without experience.

The German Shorthaired Pointer he is good with children, but be careful because the breed can be a little gross, especially when they are puppies.

Characteristics "German Shorthaired Pointer"

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

FCI โ“˜, AKC โ“˜, ANKC โ“˜, CKC โ“˜, โ€‹KC โ“˜, NZKC โ“˜, UKC โ“˜

FCI breed standard "German Shorthaired Pointer"

Origin:
Germany

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
25.10.2000

Use:

Versatile hunting dog.



General appearance:

It is a noble and harmonious dog, whose constitution indicates strength, endurance and speed. His upright bearing, its fluid lines, his lean head, its good tail bearing, its stiff and shiny coat, Just as its broad and harmonious movements highlight its nobility..

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The length of the trunk should slightly exceed the height of the withers.



Behavior / temperament:

Energetic, balanced, reliable and submissive, nor nervous, nor shy, nor aggressive.

Head:

Enjuta, marked, neither too light nor too heavy; corresponding in length and volume to the shape of the body and sex.

Cranial region:
  • Skull: Wide enough, slightly domed, little pronounced occipital process, not very deep frontal furrow, visibly well-developed brow ridges.
  • Depression links (Stop): Moderately developed.

facial region:

  • Truffle: A little outstanding, with sufficiently open nostrils, wide and mobile. Basically brown, but black in black or black-roan dogs. A truffle with spots or color Meat is allowed only in dogs whose coat has a white background.
  • Snout: It is long, width, deep and strong to facilitate the correct collection of the prey. The nasal cannula shows a slight convexity in profile., which can range from a nobly arched shape to a slight elevation in relation to the horizontal, all of this much more accentuated in males. A straight nose cane, equally admissible, is less appreciated. The concave nasal cannula constitutes a serious fault.
  • Lips: Adherents, not too saggy, well pigmented. From the truffle, the lips fall almost vertically to the point where they separate and then extend with a slight curve to the moderately marked corners of the lips.
  • Jaws / Teeth: The jaws must be robust with perfect teeth, regular and complete, scissor articulated, that is to say that the upper incisors must cover the lower incisors in close contact. Should have 42 healthy teeth placed vertically in the jaws.
  • Cheeks: Strong, with good musculature.

EYES: Medium-sized, no bumps, or sunk. The ideal color is brown. The eyelids should be well adjusted.

EARS: Of average length, high and wide implantation, smooth, they hang flat and close to the sides of the head, with rounded tips. Not very meaty, not too thin. forward positions, they arrive near the corner of the mouth.

Neck:

Of length proportional to the body, progressively widening towards the shoulders. The neck is very muscular and slightly arched.. The skin of the throat rigorously adherent to it.

Body:

  • top line: Straight and slightly descending. Cross: Marked.
  • Back: Strong, with good musculature. The spinous processes must be covered by musculature.
  • Pork loin: Short, width, muscular, straight or slightly arched. The solid and compact dorso-lumbar transition.
  • Rump: Wide and long enough, without ending abruptly, but leaning only slightly towards the tail. Well muscled.
  • Chest: Deeper than wide, with well-marked parapet; the sternum reaching back as far as possible. The sternum and elbow joint should be placed at the same height. Well arched ribs, neither flattened nor barrel-shaped. Posterior ribs well descending.
  • bottom line: Enjuta, rising slightly with a graceful curve back.

Tail:

High implementation, strong at insertion with gradual thinning to the tip, medium length. For use in hunting it should be cut approximately in half. At rest it falls; in movement he carries it horizontally and not too much above the line of the back; should never be considerably bent. (In countries where legislation prohibits tail docking, it can remain in its natural form. It should reach up to the hock and be carried horizontally or slightly saber-shaped.).

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Viewed from the front they are straight and parallel; in profile they can be seen well placed below the body.
  • Shoulder: Oblique and well attached scapulae, leaning back. Vigorous and tight muscles. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
  • Arm: as long as possible, with good muscles that are not thick.
  • Elbows: Close to the body but not too tight; They do not present outward or inward deviations; They are placed well back. Proper angulation between the arm and forearm. Forearm: Straight, with enough muscles. Strong bones, but not thick.
  • Articulation of the carpus: Strong.
  • Metacarpus: Minimum angulation between the forearm and the metacarpus, never in a vertical position.
  • Previous feet: They can be round or spoon-shaped., with fingers well together and sufficiently arched. Strong nails. Hard, durable pads. Their positions are parallel, without deviations outwards or inwards, both at rest and in motion.

LATER MEMBERS:

  • General appearance: Seen from behind they are straight and parallel, with good angles. Your bones are strong.
  • Thighs: Long, wide and muscular. With good angulation between the hip and thigh.
  • Knees: Powerful, with good angulation between thigh and leg. Legs: long, muscular and sinewy. Good angulation between the leg and the metatarsal.
  • Warm-foot joint (Hock): Powerful. Metatarsus: Strong and upright.
  • Hind feet: According to the previous.

Movement:

Spacious with a lot of drive, with a corresponding stride. Front and hind limbs straight and parallel. Stand upright. Amble is not desirable.

Mantle

SKIN: Well stuck, without forming folds.

Fur: short and tight, It should be rough and hard to the touch. On the head and ears it should be thinner and shorter. Not visibly longer at the bottom of the tail. It must cover the whole body.

Color:

  • Brown, without stains.
  • Brown with small white spots or mottling on the chest and limbs.
  • Brown roan with brown head; plates or mottled brown.

The basic color of a dog described in this way is neither brown with white nor white with brown., But the coat forms such an intimate mixture of white and brown that it results in a discreet exterior appearance much appreciated for practical use during hunting.. The color is often lighter on the inside of the hind limbs as well as on the tip of the tail..

  • Light brown roan with brown head, plates or mottled brown, the sin plates. In this type of color, the brown hairs are less numerous and the white ones dominate.
  • White, with brown head, with brown plaques or mottling.
  • Black color with the same nuances as brown or roan colors.

    Yellow fire stains are allowed.
    An elongated, striped white spot on the forehead and red lips are allowed..



Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

  • Males: 62 to 66 cm..
  • females: 58 to 63 cm..


Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

  • Faults in general construction, insufficiency in the type inherent to the sex.
  • Too short snout.
  • Very heavy lips, or very light.
  • Missing two teeth (PM1 y M3), That is, the four PM1 and the two M3 cannot be missing more than two teeth at most..
  • Eyes too light, raptor eyes (light yellow).
  • Very long ears, or very short, or very heavy, or very narrow insertion, or curled ears.
  • Sagging skin in the throat.
  • Slightly convex back (carp back).
  • Croup too short.
  • Chest too deep.
  • Tail carried too high above the dorsal line or tail very bent.
  • Elbows or feet turned outward or inward. Fingers too open or too closed.
  • Too straight rear angles.
  • Slightly barrel hocks, cow or cerrado.

SERIOUS FAULTS:

  • Heavy general constitution, lymphatic, coarse bones.
  • Stop marked.
  • Flesh-colored or spotted nose (except dogs with white fur).
  • Pointed snout, concave muzzle.
  • Partial or complete pincer bite. (In dogs older than 4 years does not influence its assessment the presence of the so-called age clamp, provided that a German Shorthaired Pointer Club has confirmed the presence of a correct bite at previous shows).
  • Noticeably arched back. Slightly bowed back.
  • Lack of chest depth, little marked parapet. Rib cage too narrow or too wide (in barrel).
  • Elbows turned too far out or in.
  • Loose carpal joint, too relaxed.
  • Metacarpo vertical.
  • Cow or barrel corvejones, both at rest and in motion.
  • Croup and hind limbs too high.
  • Fingers too far apart.
  • Flat feet.
  • walk hard, heavy.

Variations of more than 2 cm at the aforementioned heights of the cross.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

  • Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
  • Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
  • Severely atypical sexual characteristics.
  • Missing more than two teeth out of the total 4 PM1 y 2 M3. Missing one or more teeth (except PM1 and M3). Teeth that are not visible are considered missing., unless a German Shorthaired Pointer Club has confirmed its presence at a previous show.
  • Upper or lower prognathism. Deviated incisor arch and all transitional forms.
  • Supernumerary teeth or teeth outside the dental line.
  • Harelip, split palate.
  • very loose eyelids, ectropion, entropion. Distichisis (double lash line).
  • Marked lordosis. Deformation of the spine (scoliosis)
  • Deformed rib cage, p. e.g.. "reduced chest".
  • Dewclaws with or without bones.
  • Any lack of character.


N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. GSP, DK (English).
2. GSP, DK (French).
3. Deutscher kurzhaariger, Vorstehhund, Deutsch Kurzhaar, Kurzhaar, GSP, DK (German).
4. Pointer alemรฃo, Perdigueiro (Portuguese).
5. GSP, DK (espaรฑol).

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Portuguese Pointer
Portugal FCI 187 . Braque Type

Portuguese Pointer

The Portuguese Pointer He is extremely affectionate and very attached to children, it is also a very submissive dog.

Content

Characteristics "Portuguese Pointer"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Portuguese Pointer" 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.

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History

The Portuguese Pointer arose from Perdigueiro Peninsular, an ancient breed of Iberian dogs, its presence is documented since the 10th century, Its first appearance in art is on a Visigothic-Arab tombstone of the Church of San Juan Bautista de Tomar. Its evolution was the result of several factors such as adaptation to the climate, the type of hunting, the terrain and the selection introduced through the Portuguese cultural specificity.

In the fourteenth century, It was bred in the royal kennels and used for hunting Altaria, being known as ยซPodengo de mostraยป, showing already the possibility of stopping before the hunt. In the 16th century (reign of D. Sebastian) its use by the popular classes was common (although prohibited). The constant bleeding in the working arms caused by the discoveries, the abandonment of the fields, hunger and change of habits, led the population to resort more to hunting for food and, as a result, to the use of Pointing Dogs, that they were "prohibited" for causing, thanks to its excellent qualities, serious damage to the vested interests of the royal house and the nobility.

In the 18th century, Many English families established a presence in the Porto region in the business of wine production and came into contact with the breed being brought to England where it played an important role in the origin of the English Pointer.

At the end of the 19th century it suffered a certain decline, due to serious social upheavals and new tastes and contacts with the outside world, that gave projection to the foreign races that were then in fashion. But it is still represented in art objects (tinaja painted by D. Fernando II of Saxe-Coburg, Pena-Sintra), painting of King D.Luis and the princes in hunting clothes in the Palace of Ajuda, Lisbon), painting of a hunting trip of an Englishman in the Douro (Quinta de Gatรฃo, Duero) or in artistic ceramics by the Real Fรกbrica do Rato (Pimenta Palace, Lisbon).

Only in 1920 some breeders strove to save the breed, locating some of the dogs in the inaccessible north of Portugal. The Portuguese pedigree book was then established in 1932 and the breed standard in 1938. For at least a thousand years, this dog always had the same square head, triangular ears and compact look.

Photo: ยซPortuguese Retrieverยป during the Dog World Show in Poznaล„. by Pleple2000, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Physical characteristics

The Portuguese Pointer comes in average proportions, straight, good guy, robust but with a harmonic conformation allied to the manifest elasticity of the movements.

The head is proportionate in relation to the body, well shaped and harmonious; seems to be big on the set. A little thick, However, it is neither bony nor thick and has loose and thin skin.

The coat is short and thick in most dogs., with a velvety texture on the ears and face .

Yellow in light varieties, common and dark, solid or white spotted on the head, the neck, chest and footwear.

In males, the height at the withers is 52 to 60 centimeters, the weight is 20 to 27 kg. In females the height is 48 to 56 centimeters and the weight is 16 to 22 kg.

Character and skills

Portuguese Pointer
An image of a โ€œPortuguese Retrieverโ€, a Portuguese hunting dog breed. The animal in the photo had 11 years when it was photographed.

The Portuguese Pointer he is an extremely gentle and affectionate dog, with great delivery capacity and very resistant. It is quiet, very sociable and a bit petulant in relation to other dogs. Works with vivacity and persistence and is curious by nature. He always keeps in touch with his hunter.

He moves with an easy step and is graceful. It is versatile in its function and very adaptable to various terrains, climates and types of hunting.

Extremely affectionate and very attached to children, it is also a very submissive dog. Can, for lack of education, do not obey gestures or orders. But, it's easy to train.

Health

The Portuguese Pointer has an average life expectancy of 14 years. It is considered a hardy breed with no specific health problems.. But, hip dysplasia, lunation of the patella, cancer and autoimmune diseases are potential health problems for dogs of this size.

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Type and recognitions:

  • FCI CLASSIFICATION:
  • Group :
  • Section : . .

Federations:

  • – FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type โ“˜
  • – AKC – Bracco โ“˜

FCI breed standard "Portuguese Pointer"

Origin:
Portugal

Date of publication of the valid original standard:
04.11.2008

Use:

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General appearance:

Extremely kind and affectionate, strong, of great resistance and devotion. Calm and very sociable but somewhat haughty towards other dogs. curious by nature, work with persistence and vivacity. Always an enthusiastic hunting dog, staying in close contact with the hunter.



Behavior / temperament:

Extremely kind and affectionate, strong, of great resistance and devotion. Calm and very sociable but somewhat haughty towards other dogs. curious by nature, work with persistence and vivacity. Always an enthusiastic hunting dog, staying in close contact with the hunter.

Head:

Proportionate to body size, well built and harmonious in its dimensions. It gives the impression of being bigger than it is. Something big never bony nor fleshy. Loose, thin skin cover without forming wrinkles. Straight in profile and square seen from the front. Converging superior longitudinal craniofacial axes.

Cranial region:
  • Skull : Square, almost flat in its top line seen from the front and slightly arched in its profile. With a length that should not exceed 6 / 10 of the total length of the head, Therefore it gives us a 60 % cephalic index.
    Seen from the front, the foreface is flat, high, wide and symmetrical, slightly arched in profile. Well-developed superciliary ridges. Wide but not deep front pleat. Barely visible occipital protuberance.
  • Depression links (Stop) : Well defined (90 โ€“ 100ยบ).

facial region:

  • Truffle : The angle between the bridge of the nose and the upper lip is 90ยบ.. Good conformation nose, well developed with large nostrils, moist and wide open. black.
  • Snout : Rectilinear and horizontal, appropriately wide with the same width throughout its length that is 4 / 10 the length of the head.
  • Lips : Pendulous upper lip, square in profile forming a right angle to the bridge of the nose, semicircular on the edge seen in profile; seen from the front it forms a sharp angle at the lower edge. Upper lip joint is loose, folded corners with drooping edges. Moderate mouth opening with irregular pigmentation of the membranes (Oris), normal occlusion allowing natural overlap of the upper lip.
  • Jaws / Teeth : Healthy, correct, full dentition, scissor bite.
  • Cheeks : Parallel. Barely noticeable retrocommissural fold with complete parotid area (Ej.: Well filled under the ears).

Eyes : Expressive, happy talk, brown, of a darker color than hair, oval shape tending to be round, big but too much, level insertion completely occupying the orbit. Thin, wide-open eyelids with black pigmentation.

Ears : Inserted above eye level at the back of the head, pendants, almost flat surface with one or two longitudinal folds when in attention. Triangular, wider at the base than at the tips in a proportion of 2.5 to 1 and with rounded tips. The length of the ears should be slightly longer than the length of the skull. Fine, soft, covered with fine hair, bushy and very short.

Neck:

It is straight, slightly arched at the top, not very thick, rather elongated and has a short dewlap along the underside. It should be attached to the head in an elegant way, following an inclination of approximately 90ยฐ; its union to the thorax must be without appreciable transition, so that it constitutes a harmonious and perfect whole.

Body:

  • top line : Rectilinear, rising slightly from the rump to the withers.
  • Cross : It is not very high.
  • Back : Short, wide, rectilinear and slightly inclined towards the lumbar region, to which it must join without appreciable transition.
  • Pork loin : Short, very wide, very muscular and slightly arched, in perfect union with the rump.
  • Rump : Its amplitude is proportional to the lumb region
  • ar. It has a harmonious conformation and a slightly oblique axis, so it is slightly fallen
  • Breast : It is tall and wide; the broad thoracic cavity should be more developed in depth and length than in width. Descends to the elbow. It is delimited by very wide and well-fitted ribs that draw a well-pronounced curve at the top., imparting to the thoracic cavity the shape and cross section of a front horseshoe, whose lateral faces join below.
  • Bottom line and belly : Slightly elevated from sternum to groin. The thin belly joins the hip forming a circumference; The distance that separates the hip from the last rib gives the flanks a short and well-united appearance.

Tail:

  • Natural: of medium length exceeding below the hock. Right, middle insertion, thick at the base tapering slightly towards the tip. Well inserted in perfect continuity with the line of the rump. At rest it hangs naturally but never between the thighs. In movement it rises horizontally or slightly above the top line but never vertically or in the shape of a sickle.. Side to side movement.
  • amputee: To cover the genitals without going over them.


Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Rights seen from the front and perfectly parallel to the line of the body. Profile view, plumb and giving a general appearance of great stability, support and easy, natural movement.

  • Shoulder : They're long, medium inclination. Well placed and with strong muscles. Scapula โ€“ humerus angle 120ยบ.
  • Arms : They appear attached to the chest. Its length must be in relation to the scapula and the angulation is proportional..
  • Elbows : Separated from the thorax by the armpit, the elbows should be well lowered and clearly outlined, but without convergence, nor divergence in relation to the chest. Radius โ€“ humerus angle 150ยบ.
  • forearms : They are separated from the trunk; they are long, straight and, from the static point of view, They appear clearly perpendicular to the ground, both seen from the front, as in profile.
  • Carpi : In perfect continuity with the forearm.
  • Metacarpus : Widths, slightly oblique and of appropriate length.
  • Previous feet : Proportional to the size of the members, tending to be more round than long but without resembling climbing shoes. Well-shaped fingers, tight, uniform and robust to provide good support. Strong, well-developed pads with a black skin, thick, hard and resistant. Strong nails, hard, preferably black.

LATER MEMBERS : Plumb seen from behind and perfectly parallel to the line of the body, normal poise seen in profile.
Thighs: Preferably long, widths, muscular. The gluteus forms a curve, but the least accentuated, long and with somewhat elastic muscles. Hip-femur angle: 95ยบ.

  • Knee : It is located a little below the abdomen, but not very separate from it. It is slightly protruding and somewhat deviated outwards..
  • Femur โ€“ tibia angle: 120ยบ.
  • Leg : Well aligned; Its length is proportional to the length of the thigh. Its obliquity should be in proportion to the inclination of the rump.
  • Hock : It is normally angled and in an appropriate position.. Must be well built, width, and strong. Tibia โ€“ tarsus angle 145ยบ.
  • Metatarsals : They are short, vertical, almost cylindrical, regular size and thin.
  • Rear foot : Identical to the previous one but a little longer.

Movement:

With normal steps, easy and elegant. Versatile in its work and adaptable to different terrains, time or sport. The movement is changing between a simple suspended gallop and an extended, rhythmic trot..

Mantle

HAIR : It must be short, strong, glued and dense. It's not very soft.
It is well distributed throughout the body and is almost uniform except in the armpit., in the region of the anus and near the genital parts, where it is sparse and softer. It is fine and flat on the head, especially in the ears, where it is very soft to the touch, as if it were velvet. There is no presence of an internal layer of hairs.

COLOR : Yellow in shades from light, medium to dark, solid or with white spots on the head, neck, chest, lower extremities of the limbs, under the elbows and hocks and on the tip of the tail if it is not docked.



Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

  • Males 56 cm..
  • females 52 cm..

With a tolerance of 4 cm more or less.

Weight :

  • Males : 20-27 Kg.
  • females : 16-22 Kg.


Fouls:

Any deviation from the above criteria is considered missing and the seriousness is considered to the extent of the deviation to the standard and their effect on the health and welfare of the dog.

โ€ข Behavior : Shyness
โ€ข Head : skull relationship / snout slightly different from 6/4. Strait. Pronounced occipital Protuberance. Very developed frontal sinus. Pronounced front crease. Presence of wrinkles.
โ€ข Nose: Any other color that is not black.
โ€ข muzzle: short or long.
โ€ข Lips: Non-square upper lip. Non-perceptible commissure. Incorrect pigmentation of mucous membranes.
โ€ข Jaws / Teeth: Bite in clamp.
โ€ข Eyes: Small, clear, expressionless, too round.
โ€ข Ears: Middle insertion, very big or very small, pointed edges.
โ€ข Neck: Too short. No double chin or too much double chin.
โ€ข Body: insufficient breast development.
โ€ข Cola: Too short if it is natural, insertion too low or with an atypical bearing. (vertical or sickle-shaped)-
โ€ข Limbs and Feet: Tilted in or out, open foot.
โ€ข For the: Soft.

SEVERE FAULTS

โ€ข Behavior : too shy.
โ€ข Head: skull relationship / very different snout 6 / 4. Stop visible only, Parallel upper facial skull axes.
โ€ข muzzle: Tilted.
โ€ข Eyes: Inclined. Squint. (look this / West, crossed)
โ€ข Ears: Fleshy, low insertion excessive folds.
โ€ข Body: Saddled or saddled top line. Croup too inclined. Leather too long, round chest. Agalgado.
โ€ข For the: White spots outside the limits described by the standard.
โ€ข Size: Below or above established limits.

MISS PLAYOFFS

โ€ข Behavior : Aggressive or fearful dog.
โ€ข Head : Atypical head with convex snout, too wide or too cut, very narrow skull. Divergent upper facial skull longitudinal axes.
โ€ข Nose : Total absence of pigmentation.
โ€ข Jaws : Upper or lower prognathism.
โ€ข Eyes : uneven eyes, both in the form, as in size. Eyes gazeos, congenital blindness...
โ€ข Deafness : Congenital or acquired.
โ€ข Body : Completely atypical showing signs of some crossbreeding with another breed.
โ€ข For the : Different from the characteristic of the breed.
โ€ข Color : albinism, any other color than described above.

Any dog โ€‹โ€‹showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..



N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Perdigueiro Portuguรชs, Portuguese Pointer Dog (English).
2. Perdigueiro Portugais (French).
3. Perdigueiro Portuguรชs, Portugiesisch (German).
4. Perdigueiro portuguรชs (Portuguese).
5. (Perdigueiro Portuguรชs en portuguรฉs) (espaรฑol).