Pudelpointer

44-66 lbs
22-25"
Germany
Pudel, PP, Pudlepointer, Puddle Pointer, Poodle Pointer, Pudle Pointer, Pudel Pointer

The Pudelpointer is an interesting hunting dog in that he originated from the Pudel, or German Hunting Poodle, the English Pointer and other Pointing breeds. He is a hypoallergenic breed and a versatile hunter. He is a gentle dog and loves receiving attention and affection. His intelligence makes him easy to train and he excels when positive reinforcement is being used. The Pudelpointer may look awkward but he is a devoted companion and hunter. He does require a lot of exercise and daily exercise is recommended to keep him calm and able to adjust to a family setting rather than being out in the field or water hunting. 

purpose Purpose
Hunting Dog, Gun Dog, Watch Dog, Retrieving Dog
history Date of Origin
1800s
ancestry Ancestry
Poodle, English Pointer

Pudelpointer Health

Average Size
Male Pudelpointer size stats
Height: 24-27 inches Weight: 44-66 lbs
Female Pudelpointer size stats
Height: 22-25 inches Weight: 44-66 lbs
Major Concerns
  • Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Minor Concerns
  • Entropion
  • Ectropion
Occasional Diagnoses
  • None
Occasional Tests
  • Eye examination

Pudelpointer Breed History

Baron Von Zedlitz was a German breeder who became known for his work with hunting dogs, specializing in tracking, retrieving and pointing dogs. In 1881, he bred a German Hunting Poodle, or Pudel, with an English Pointer. Zedlitz wanted to create the ideal gun dog that could hunt with great effectiveness over land and water. The Pudel’s love for water and his exceptional retrieving capabilities made him an ideal choice to be crossed with a Pointer. It took Baron Von Zedlitz over 30 years to finally develop his perfect gundog. Since the Pudel has strong genes that kept coming through the offspring, Zedlitz had to keep adjusting his breeding practices and used 80 Pointers and only 11 Pudels in his quest to develop the Pudelpointer. The breed remained virtually unknown during his developmental years; Zedlitz only placed puppies with trusted friends and other hunting enthusiasts where he could closely document each puppy’s growth and training. In 1956, the Pudelpointer was imported into Canada by Bodo Winterhelt. Winterhelt also established the Pudelpointer Club of North America, located in Canada, in 1977. Interest in the breed within Canada grew, especially among hunters and hunt clubs. With the establishment of the Pudelpointer Club of North America, interest in the breed spread to the United States where he has been recognized by the United Kennel Club and is in the process of being recognized by the American Kennel Club. He has been accepted in the AKC’s Foundation Stock Service and is recognized as a rare sporting breed. 

Pudelpointer Breed Appearance

The Pudelpointer is often described as awkward. His nose color is dependent on his coat color and it can be either black or brown. He has large eyes that are set on the sides of his head and are pigmented depending on the color of his coat. He should never have droopy eyelids or a wall-eyed look. The Pudelpointer has a hard topcoat that is medium length and fitted close to his body. His coat should lie flat against the body. His undercoat is dense and softer. He does have a beard that gives him a wizened look. The Pudelpointer has a coat that is weather-resistant and provides plenty of protection from undergrowth or branches. He can be found in three different colors: black, liver and brown. There can be small white markings on his chest or his toes, but he should never have large white patches on his body.

Eye Color Possibilities
hazel Pudelpointer eyes
Hazel
brown Pudelpointer eyes
Brown
amber Pudelpointer eyes
Amber
Nose Color Possibilities
black Pudelpointer nose
Black
brown Pudelpointer nose
Brown
Coat Color Possibilities
black Pudelpointer coat
Black
brown Pudelpointer coat
Brown
Coat Length
coat
Short Medium Long
Coat Density
coat density
pin
Sparse Normal Dense
Coat Texture
coat texture
Pudelpointer straight coat texture
Straight Wiry Wavy Curly Corded

Pudelpointer Breed Maintenance

The Pudelpointer is a hypoallergenic breed and is a good choice for people who have allergies to pet dander. That being said, he is generally a very low maintenance breed. His coat is naturally clean and he does not have a dog smell that can be offensive to many. Brush him once a week, using a pin brush and metal comb, to remove any dirt from his coat. Comb through his beard to remove tangles and debris. When he does need a bath, use a shampoo that is mild and will not cause irritation. Some people trim his beard to keep drooling and food debris to a minimum. The Pudelpointer should have a dental routine put in place to keep his teeth from decaying prematurely or gum disease from developing. Have his nails clipped every couple of weeks or as needed. Clean his ears weekly to ensure infections do not occur. 

Brushes for Pudelpointer
Pin Brush
Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Comb
Nail Clipper
Nail Clipper
Brushing Frequency
fur daily fur weekly fur monthly
Pudelpointer requires weekly brushing
Daily Weekly Monthly

Pudelpointer Temperament

The Pudelpointer is an intelligent and social dog. He is a focused hunter but also a loving companion. When he is home with his family, he is calm but still requires a lot of social interaction and exercise. He does need a secure fence to contain him so he does not take off after some unsuspecting prey. When he is outside of his fence, be sure to keep him leashed unless he is at a dog park or another area where dogs are allowed off-leash. At home, do not leave him unattended with smaller pets, including cats and birds, he has a very high prey drive and could easily harm them. Basic training is pretty easy with the Pudelpointer as long as training is consistent and upbeat. He is naturally a good watchdog; however, do not expect him to be a guard dog that will protect his home at all cost. He also has been known to be an excellent search and rescue dog because of his strong retrieving skills.

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Activity Level
low activity medium activity high activity
Low Medium High
Rec. Walk Mileage Per Week
10 miles
walk mileage
Minutes of Activity Per Day
60 minutes
activity minutes

Pudelpointer Food Consumption

Cups Per Day
2.1 cups
cup per day cost cup per day cost
Daily Cost
$1.20 - $1.40
food bowls daily cost
Monthly Cost
$34.00 - $45.00
food bag monthly cost

Pudelpointer Height & Weight

6 Months
Male Pudelpointer size stats at six months
Height: 20.5 inches Weight: 25.0 lbs
Female Pudelpointer size stats at six months
Height: 18.5 inches Weight: 25.0 lbs
12 Months
Male Pudelpointer size stats at 12 months
Height: 23.0 inches Weight: 45.0 lbs
Female Pudelpointer size stats at 12 months
Height: 21.0 inches Weight: 45.0 lbs
18 Months
Male Pudelpointer size stats at 18 months
Height: 25.5 inches Weight: 55.0 lbs
Female Pudelpointer size stats at 18 months
Height: 23.5 inches Weight: 55.0 lbs

Pudelpointer Owner Experiences

Maxwell
7 Months
2 People
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Walking
Doing basic training, hour long walks, rides in truck, retrieving, hunting
1 year, 11 months ago
Harley Quinn Queen of Jim’s heart
10 Months
2 People
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Hunt
She’s kind of crazy! High energy, but sweet
5 years, 1 month ago
Tall Timber's Eva Jiricna
3 Years
2 People
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Hiking
Kayaking
Cross Country Skiing
Hunting
Love our pudelpointer - she is a valued family member - friendly, clownish, affectionate, and well-mannered in the house. Outdoors her nose is amazing - as a hunting companion she has no problem finding birds, or whatever you ask her to find. She gets along great with other dogs. She has not been raised with cats or other small pets so I'm not sure I would trust her with a cat in the house.
4 years, 6 months ago
Ozzy
10 Months
2 People
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He loves to rip up boxes and play with large plastic containers. He live long rawhide chew bones and squeaking toys.
4 years, 5 months ago
luca mae
5 Months
5 People
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she is very very crazy. she has a huge amount of energy that is sometime unmanageable. but she loves to get her energy out by swimming. luca also loves to eat food any food she can find
4 years, 2 months ago
chewie
11 Years
2 People
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you have to have time for this dog , more like 2 hours a day
3 years, 8 months ago
Omar Little
5 Years
1 People
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I went to the SPCA on Falls Rd in Baltimore. Before the Pendejovirus, to help a friend find a dog. I got Omar. They kept his cojones. I feel like I got my $65 worth.
3 years, 8 months ago
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