German Longhaired Pointer
The German Longhaired Pointer is the longhaired member of the German Pointer family — completing the trio of German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, and German Longhaired Pointer.
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Origin
Germany
Lifespan
12–14 years
Weight
27–32 kg (60–70 lbs)
Height
58–70 cm (23–28 in)
Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality food for an active large gun dog.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The German Longhaired Pointer is the longhaired member of the German Pointer family — completing the trio of German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, and German Longhaired Pointer. Less well-known internationally than its shorthaired and wirehaired siblings, the Deutsch Langhaar is a versatile, gentle, all-purpose hunting dog. It has the same hunting abilities as the other German Pointers but with a more spaniel-like, flowing coat and a notably calmer, more patient temperament.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
Source: wikimedia
A large, well-proportioned gun dog with a flowing, wavy to straight medium-length coat with rich feathering. The coat is always brown and white or brown roan — the same colour range as the German Shorthaired Pointer. The overall impression is of an elegant, versatile hunting companion.
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Moderate
Brushing
2-3x-Weekly
Bathing
Every-4-6-Weeks
Coat Colors
Recognized By
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Temperament & Personality
Gentle, patient, and calm — considered the most gentle-natured of the three German Pointer varieties. Excellent family dog. Loyal and intelligent.
Personality Scores
Adaptability
3/5Attention Need
3/5Friendliness
4/5Playfulness
4/5Protectiveness
2/5Living Profile
Ideal Space
House-Large-Garden
Daily Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Ideal Weather
-5°C to 25°C
Cognitive Benchmarks
Adaptability
30%
Attention
30%
Playfulness
40%
Communication Style
Stress Signals
restlessness, mouthing, clinginess
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •1.5–2 hours vigorous exercise daily. Brushing 2–3 times weekly for the feathered coat. Ear cleaning weekly.
Nutrition Notes
Healthy German pointer. Joint supplements. Omega-3 for feathered coat.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Senior Care
Hip dysplasia. Ear infections. OCD. Generally healthy. Long-haired version of German pointing dogs. 12-14 years.
Wellbeing Activities
Nutrition & Sustenance
Daily Calories (Adult)
1400 kcal
Daily Calories (Young)
1000 kcal
Recommended Foods
Foods to Avoid
Health Overview
Hip and elbow dysplasia. Progressive retinal atrophy. Bloat in some larger individuals. Generally healthy.
Common Conditions
Price Estimates
Pricing Guide
Average estimates as of 2025
German longhaired pointer. India: unavailable.
Purchase Price
$1,000 to $2,500
Adoption Fee
$100 to $400
Data from 2025
Fun Facts
The German Longhaired Pointer completes the trio of German versatile hunting dogs — German Shorthaired Pointer (since 1872), German Wirehaired Pointer (since 1870), and German Longhaired Pointer (formally established 1879). All three are point-flush-retrieve dogs used for all game types.
