German shorthaired pointers (GSPs) are versatile sporting dogs that excel in hunting and make excellent companions for active families. These dogs require significant exercise and mental stimulation; ...

The German Shorthaired Pointer, or GSP, is a popular “hunt, point, retrieve” (HPR) breed. They were originally bred as the ultimate all-round gundogs, to sniff out game (hunt), freeze in place to mark ...

German shorthaired pointers are the ideal dog for families who love the outdoors Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2013, covering pets, animal rescue and ...

Learn about the German Shorthaired Pointer: personality, care, exercise needs, health, and why GSPs make great pets for active owners.

Pointing dog breeds were originally bred as gundogs, typically used for finding game. When a pointing dog sniffs out game, they go “on point”, freezing in position, lifting a paw and aiming their nose ...

Pointers are both excellent hunting dogs and loyal family companions. They’re categorized in the sporting group. These dogs are energetic but there are ways to try and keep their exuberance in check.

Q: Now that our kids aren’t toddlers anymore, we’re looking for the perfect family dog. I know we’re supposed to get a mixed breed rescue if we’re being politically correct about it, but we really ...

[Music] pointing dogs also called bird dogs are hunting dogs that use their natural instinct to locate game by pointing freezing in place and directing their body and nose towards where the game is ...