A Closer Look At The Canine Front
The correct shoulder assembly varies from breed to breed. This variation depends upon the tasks the breeds were developed to perform.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a versatile, enthusiastic gundog of all trades who thrives on vigorous exercise, positive training, and a lot of love. GSP people call their aristocratic companions the “perfect pointer.”
The correct shoulder assembly varies from breed to breed. This variation depends upon the tasks the breeds were developed to perform.
German Shorthaired Pointer Breed Standard hasn’t changed since 1992. As of January 1, 2023, it will allow black and black & white GSPs.
Insights from an Owner Handler, Molly McCown. Read about her opinions on various topics about dog handling in the modern show ring.
Unraveling the German Shorthaired Pointer Breed Standard with insights from Maxine D. Moinier, GSPCA Judges Education Coordinator.
Interview with Breeder/Owner Handler Dr. Michelle Wiberg – When were you first introduced to the sport of purebred dogs? To your breed?
Dan Sayers is the Editor-in-Chief of SHOWSIGHT digital and print publications. He received a B.S. from Drexel University where he studied interior architectural design. His professional career has allowed him to develop his planning, problem-solving, and project management skills, which were employed in the office, educational, and financial sectors. While working as a project manager, he earned a Graphic Design Certificate from the University of the Arts and began creating ads for many of America’s top-winning show dogs. Through this work, Dan became Editor-in-Chief of the nation’s first online-only dog show publication. His current role expands on this experience and broadly extends to cover the sport of dogs in Companion and Performance events as well as all aspects of Conformation.
Dan is a long-time member of the Irish Water Spaniel Club of America and is the organization’s current AKC Delegate and Archivist/Historian, as well as a club-approved Breed Mentor. From 2000-2010, he was the club’s AKC Gazette Columnist. He breeds Irish Water Spaniels under the Quiet Storm prefix and has judged the IWSCA National Specialty Sweepstakes twice. Dan is a member of the Morris and Essex Kennel Club as well as the Dog Writers Association of America, which recognized his illustrations in the award-winning canine compendium, the Encyclopedia of K-9 Terminology.
The best way to ensure a long and happy relationship with a purebred dog is to purchase one from a responsible breeder. Not sure where to begin?
Contact the National Parent Club’s Breeder Referral Program, which is listed on the AKC Breeder Referral Contacts page.
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