Pointer

Patellar Luxation

Legg-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Heart murmurs

Whether professionally made or cooked at home with your veterinarian's guidance and approval, a portion of high-quality dog food should be fine for the Pointer. They consume 2 to 3 cups of dry food a day, split into two meals. If you have any questions about your dog's weight or diet, consult your veterinarian. For all times, clean, fresh water should be available.

The hair on pointers is short and fine, and it lies flat against their bodies. The heaviest shedding occurs twice a year, in the spring and the autumn, which is a natural phenomenon among the breeds. Shedding occurs during the year, although it is more noticeable throughout certain seasons.

While pointers don't shed as much as some other dog breeds, they do shed. They shed moderately and are relatively easy to groom. Their hair is usually a mixture of white and darker colors.

The short, thick, shiny coat of the Pointer needs little maintenance. Weekly brushing with a soft-bristle brush or a hound glove will help remove dirt and loose fur from the dog's coat and keep him looking his best. Regularly check the ears and disinfect them if necessary with soft gauze and an ear-cleaning cream. The veterinarian will recommend a decent brand. If the nails aren't wearing out naturally, they can be clipped often since long nails can be uncomfortable for the dog and create trouble walking and running.

The athletic, exhilarating Pointer is a very active sporting breed that needs plenty of daily exercise to stay healthy and content. Long morning walks and intense play sessions with his owner will help him do this. It is helpful to have a tightly fenced yard so the Pointer can run around and burn out some of his renowned ''hunts all day'' stamina. This results in a calmer, more contented partner inside the house.

Field competitions, obedience, tracking, endurance, rally, and other games that both the dog and the trainer can enjoy providing mental and physical activity for the breed.

Pointers are mostly healthy puppies, and responsible breeders will test their stock for diseases like Hip Dysplasia and eye problems. Pointers, and most big and deep-chested dogs, may develop bloat, a life-threatening stomach disease.

Owners should learn to recognize warning signals and what to do if they arise. The ears of the Pointer should be tested for signs of illness daily, and the teeth should be cleaned often with a toothpaste suitable for dogs.

Children and other animals typically get along well with pointers, particularly if they were raised with them. Teach children not to handle and contact dogs, and always supervise all contact between dogs and small children to avoid chewing or ear or tail pulling on any party's side.

A kid should never be left alone with a puppy. They aren't usually territorial, and they may be wary of outsiders. They are great with kids and blend in well with family life in general.

In the field and the house, the Pointer's amiable, even disposition and warning common sense make him a pleasant and trainable companion. Pointers are very flexible! Many people have several titles before and after their names, showing that they can hone their natural abilities while still eagerly learning new ones. Support and therapy work, as well as search-and-rescue, have also been known to benefit pointers.

Their aggression is mild to non-existent, and they usually get along well with other dogs and cats. If raised with other pets, including cats, pointers can get along well with them, but they might be a bit too fond of birds if you know what I mean.