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Old Danish Pointing Dog (Gammel Dansk Honsehund)

Large Breed

The Old Danish Pointing Dog is a quiet and determined dog, excellent in the hunt and a loving, affectionate breed in the home. It is an attractive breed with a wonderful coat.

Breed standards
Temperament
Good to know
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Breed standards

Country of origin

Denmark

Weight

Males 30-35 kgs/66-77 lbs; Females 26-31 kgs/57-68 lbs (Standards may vary)

Height

Males 54-60 cm/21 1/2 - 24 inches; Females 50-56 cm/20 - 22 1/2 inches (Standards may vary)

Coat

Short, dense and hard to the touch

Markings

White with brown markings. Small or large brown specks.

Lifespan

Average 12-14 years

Energetic outside, the Old Danish Pointing Dog loves to exercise and will provide a willing companion for anyone looking for someone to go for a walk with. However, they are calm and quiet in the home, giving the ideal balance between a working dog and a family pet.

Temperament

The Old Danish Pointing Dog should give the impression of being a quiet breed yet able to show determination and courage, maintaining contact with the hunter. This is what has earned this breed a reputation as an excellent and versatile gundog for birds. It has the ability to point at game without disturbing the ground. They are very affectionate and gentle and an excellent companion for all.

Poor

Children

Good
Very

Combativeness

Not very
Very

Dominance

Not very
Not very

Friendliness

Good
Not very

Independence

Very
Loud

Noise

Quiet
Not very

Trainability

Very

Good to know

The Old Danish Pointing Dog is a loving dog with a beautiful coat and temperament suited to family life, making a good companion. The Old Danish Pointing Dog was originally bred and used as a hunt and point gundog.