INTRODUCTION

This small Munsterlander Pointer dog breed is affectionate with family, children and other dogs alike. They excel at retrieving water, and if you are not a hunter, you will need to find other ways to give them physical and mental exercise – they need plenty of both. even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue groups. Remember to adopt. Don’t go shopping if you want to take a dog home.Little Munsterlander Pointers are very intelligent and easy to train, but novice pet parents should be careful. These puppies also have an intense side, and their prey drive could lead you on a chase through the neighbourhood if you don’t leash him properly or keep him in a fenced yard. But for experienced pet parents who can keep up, this breed will be a loving and loyal family member.

MORE ABOUT THIS BREED

Despite its name, the small Munsterland Pointer is more of a medium sized dog. It is a very popular hunting dog in Europe and is starting to make a name for itself in the U.S. Loyal and affectionate, it is usually easy to train and has great water retrieving skills in both salt and fresh water. Like any sporting breed, he needs plenty of daily exercise. He does best in a home where he can use his hunting skills or devote his intelligence to a challenging canine sport or activity such as agility, flyball or search and rescue work.