Portuguese Pointer

Origin

Portugal

Attractive to:

Anyone looking for an energetic and affectionare hunting dog.

Not the best for:

Anyone that doesn't want to form a close bond with a dog. They are known to be devoted companions but can be aloof with other dogs.

Aliases:

None

Cross between:

None

Size:

Medium-Large
Big, but will still fit in a small car.

Exercise Needs:

Medium (About an hour)
Doesn't have to be a solid hour, you can give them lots of short walks.

Coat:

Smooth
Dogs that you mainly just need to polish! But be warned - short haired dogs moult all the time!

Shedding:

Doesn't moult much
But all dogs shed dander so if you're allergic, make sure you'll be ok

Life expectancy:

14 years

Good first dog?:

No