Portuguese Pointer
Breed Information |
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| Name | Portuguese Pointer |
| Other names | Perdigueiro Portugues, Portuguese Pointing Dog |
| Origin |  Portugal |
| Breed Group | Gun Dogs (UKC) |
| Size | Medium |
| Type | Purebred |
| Life span | 12-14 years |
| Temperament |
Affectionate Calm Lively Submissive |
| Height |
Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm) Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm) |
| Weight |
Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg) Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg) |
| Colors |
White & Yellow Yellow Light Brown Brown White & Light Brown |
| Litter Size | 5-8 puppies |
| Puppy Prices |
Average (Unknown)
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Breed Characteristics |
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| Adaptability |
2 stars |
| Apartment Friendly |
1 stars These dogs are not recommended for apartment life. They are moderately active indoors and do best with acreage. |
| Barking Tendencies |
2 stars Occassional |
| Cat Friendly |
2 stars |
| Child Friendly |
3 stars |
| Dog Friendly |
3 stars |
| Exercise Needs |
4 stars They need to be taken on a daily, brisk, long walk, jog. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. |
| Grooming |
2 stars The smooth coat of the Portuguese Pointer is very easy to groom. Brush regularly with a firm bristle brush and bathe only when necessary. |
| Health Issues |
2 stars Hypoallergenic: NoProne to hip dysplasia and other joint related problems. Keep ears clean to prevent ear infections. Some lines have had albino pups born. |
| Intelligence |
3 stars Ranking: (N/A) Full Ranking List |
| Playfulness |
2 stars |
| Shedding Level |
2 stars |
| Stranger Friendly |
3 stars |
| Trainability |
3 stars |
| Watchdog Ability |
4 stars |
Portuguese Pointer Names |
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| Rank | Boy Names | Girl Names |
| 01 | Buddy | Chloe |
| 02 | Jack | Bella |
| 03 | Toby | Coco |
| 04 | Zeus | Maggie |
| 05 | Duke | Ellie |
| 06 | Harley | Ruby |
| 07 | Bailey | Piper |
| 08 | Oscar | Stella |
| 09 | Riley | Lola |
| 10 | Louie | Penny |
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Overview |
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The Portuguese Pointer is a medium-sized, well-balanced dog with a distinctive “square” face, drop ears, and a tail that is carried pendant when the dog is standing and level with the back or slightly above when the dog is moving. The body of the Portuguese Pointer is almost square. The Portuguese Pointer should be evaluated as a working gun dog and exaggerations or faults should be penalized in proportion to how much they interfere with the dog’s ability to work. The Portuguese Pointer has strong hunting instincts. In the field, the Portuguese Pointer is a tenacious hunter in all sorts of terrain and climate. The dog’s affectionate nature is so intense that the Portuguese standard describes it as “…occasionally even embarrassing”. This devotion, however, makes the Portuguese a joy in the field because no dog delights more in sharing the hunt with its master. |
History |
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The Portuguese name for this breed is “Perdigueiro Português,” derived from “perdigon,” the Portuguese word for “partridge.” The Portuguese Pointer is probably descended from the dogs used by Portuguese falconers in the fifth and sixth centuries. Portuguese Pointers were described in a 12th century Portuguese book of hunting by Joao I, and appear in the 13th century paintings of Alfonso III. The Portuguese were a great seafaring people and it is quite likely that this well-established breed influenced the development of a number of European gun dogs. The breed was introduced to England where its influence can still be seen in the English Pointer. The Portuguese Pointer was recognized by the United Kennel Club on January 1, 1996. |
