Gundog Large size 25-32 kg
German Long Haired Pointer
A calm, affectionate long-coated pointer that is a fine family gundog, needing daily exercise and regular grooming.
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Large
Size
25-32 kg, 60-70 cm
High
Activity
High; needs real daily exercise and a job
Low
Alone-time tolerance
Prefers company; struggles with long days alone
Easy
Trainability
Eager and quick to learn
High
Coat care
Frequent brushing; coat needs real upkeep
Very good
Fit with kids
Good family dog with children
Very good
Other pets
Generally good with other dogs and pets
Light
Health burden
Dental Disease, Hip Dysplasia
The German Long Haired Pointer typically weighs 25-32 kg, stands 60-70 cm, and lives 12-14 years.
Consider this breed if…
you are active outdoors and want a versatile family gundog,
you can give daily exercise plus training or field work,
you have time for regular coat brushing,
someone is home often, as it dislikes long days alone.
Do not consider this breed if…
the dog would be alone for long work days,
you want a low-maintenance, low-exercise companion,
you cannot keep up with a longer coat's grooming,
you live in a small flat with no easy outdoor access.
A typical day with a German Long Haired Pointer
- 6:30 · MorningLong walk, run, or field work to start the day
- 9:00 · MidmorningRest near the family; it likes to be close
- 12:30 · NoonShort walk plus a training refresher
- 16:00 · AfternoonRetrieve games or scent work
- 18:30 · EveningSecond longer walk or a hike
- 21:00 · NightSettles calmly indoors with its people
Family and environment
Kids Good
Gentle and affectionate; a reliable family dog with children.
Dogs Good
Sociable and even-tempered with other dogs.
Cats Conditional
A gundog prey instinct is present; introduce carefully.
Apartment Conditional
Possible only with heavy daily exercise and outdoor access.
House with a yard Suitable
Space to move plus family company suits it well.
City Conditional
Workable for an active owner near parks and open ground.
Countryside Ideal
Room to run and work matches its gundog heritage.
Health data provided by RealVetCost Overall health burden Light
Detailed health data - inheritance, prevalence, course, and typical treatment costs - lives in a separate expert database. This is general guidance, not veterinary advice - confirm any decision with your vet.
View the full health profileTop health concerns
Dental Disease Very common; routine brushing and cleanings help
Hip Dysplasia Joint malformation; screen breeding stock
Chronic Ear Infections Drop ears trap moisture; keep them clean and dry
Progressive Retinal Atrophy Inherited retinal disease; DNA test available
Similar breeds - by reason
Not visually similar - similar in what they mean for you.
Similar versatile long-coated German gundog
Small Munsterlander
An affectionate, versatile pointing dog that thrives on work and company - ideal for hunters and active families, poor for sedentary homes.
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Closely related larger long-haired pointer
Grand Munsterlander
A handsome, biddable pointing gundog that bonds closely - great for an active outdoorsy owner, restless without a real outlet.
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Related versatile German hunting breed
German Wire Haired Pointer
A hardy, all-purpose wire-haired gundog for a very active owner, needing a real job and lots of exercise to stay balanced.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How much does a German Long Haired Pointer cost?
The Deutsch Langhaar is uncommon outside Germany and kept mainly by hunters, so US availability is limited and importing or a waitlist is likely. Expect a puppy to run somewhere in the low thousands of dollars once any transport is included. The lifetime cost is larger still: food, grooming, routine vet care, and any health issues for a large dog add up to many thousands of dollars over its life.
Is a German Long Haired Pointer a good family dog?
Yes. It is calm, affectionate, and strongly bonded to its people, and it usually does well with children and other dogs. It is still a working gundog, so it needs daily exercise and a family that is home often rather than away all day.
How much grooming does the coat need?
More than a short-coated pointer. The medium-length feathered coat needs regular brushing, ideally a few times a week, to prevent mats, especially behind the ears and on the legs. It sheds seasonally and benefits from checks after time in the field.
Can it be left alone during the day?
Not comfortably. It is a people-oriented breed that dislikes long stretches of solitude and can become anxious or destructive when left for full work days. It suits a household where someone is around much of the time.