Spanish Pointer

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Size: Medium
Other Names: Perdiguero de Burgos, Burgos Pointer
Country of Origin: Spain
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): FSS
United Kennel Club (UKC): Gun Dog

The Spanish Pointer is a large, substantial pointing dog with a short liver-and-white coat, a broad head, and dropped ears. The outline is that of a heavy Spanish gundog, built for a full day in the field.

A large, short-coated gundog for an active household; little coat work, a field voice, and daily running or hunt time.

The Spanish Pointer, often the Perdiguero de Burgos (Burgos Pointer), is a Spanish pointing breed used on birds and small game. The AKC lists a Spanish pointer type in FSS in this database.

Height: Male: 24–26 inches; Female: 23–25 inches
Weight: 55–70 pounds
Color: Liver and white, often with ticking; a liver head is common
Coat: Short, dense, and close
Lifespan: 12–14 years
Litter size: 4–8 puppies

Temperament

These pointers are typically calm at home and earnest in the field. They need more exercise than a casual companion of the same size.

Training

Keep sessions consistent and start bird manners early.

Care and grooming

Wipe the short coat after field work and clean the ears.

Shedding

Low to moderate.

Health

The breed is generally sturdy. Hip dysplasia and ear infections can occur, as in other pointing breeds.

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