8 Dog Breeds That Point Out Prey

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1. Bracco Italiano

Ancient Italian pointer bred for reliability in the field, gentle at home. Affectionate, drools, vocal. Rare in North America.

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2. Brittany

a versatile pointing breed from Brittany, France. Compact, good with dogs and gentle kids. Sensitive yet eager to please.

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3. The English pointer

a versatile, popular breed excelling in field trials, dog sports, and as loving, loyal companions.

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4. English Setter

popular UK breed with long heritage, known for mellow temperament, originally developed for hunting, enjoys gentle company.

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5. German hunting dogs

versatile & capable. Result of crosses with pointers & German bird dog. Popular in the US. Intelligent, water-loving. GSP & GWHP related.

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6. Spinone Italiano

Italian pointing breed from Piedmont. Named after thorny undergrowth. Docile but stubborn. Almost extinct after wars, now increasing.

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7. Vizsla

ancient hunting dogs, loyal and adaptable, known as "velcro dogs," prone to separation anxiety. Related to wirehaired vizslas.

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8. Weimaraners

German breed with pointing skills, popular all-around gun dogs. Intelligent problem solvers, need enrichment, love people.