Portuguese Pointers are hunting dogs assigned to the sporting group. [1] X Trustworthy Source American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a purebred dog pedigree registry in the United States. The AKC advocates for the responsible ownership of dogs and promotes purebred dog events, such as the Westminster Dog Show. Go to source While they do share a few characteristics with other dog breeds, they have several unique ones as well. This wikiHow will help you with figuring out whether or not a dog is a Portuguese Pointer.
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Noticing the Body Structure
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Check the dog's size. Portuguese Pointers are usually anywhere from 20.5 to 22 inches (52 to 56 cm) tall, and they typically weigh somewhere between 35–59 pounds (16–27 kg). [2] X Trustworthy Source American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club (AKC) is a purebred dog pedigree registry in the United States. The AKC advocates for the responsible ownership of dogs and promotes purebred dog events, such as the Westminster Dog Show. Go to source
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View the dog's head. A Portuguese Pointer should have a head that, with regards to size, is proportionate to their body. It should also have a good build, with a dimension that is harmonious. It should appear larger than its actually size. Their head should be a little bulky and have skin that is thin and loose. [3] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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See what the dog's ears look like. Portuguese Pointers should have ears that hang and are set above eye level. They should be on the head's back area and close to flat, with 1-2 folds that are lengthwise when the dog is alert. The ears should be triangular-shaped, and have a wider base than tip, which is rounded. The ears should be a little longer than the dog's skull, and they should also have a smooth texture and be thin. You should also notice that the ears are covered with dense hair that is thin and also quite short in length. [4] X Research source
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Examine the dog's eyes. Portuguese Pointers should have eyes that are oval in shape, with a tendency to be round and a little big, with a brown color that is darker in color than their coat. The eyes should also be set level. [5] X Research source
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Look at the dog's tail. Portuguese Pointers may have a natural or docked tail. If it is natural, it should medium in length and not reach to the area below the dog's hock. It should be straight and set moderately, with a thick base. The tail should also taper a little at the tip and be set as a continuation of the dog's croup. It should hang natural, but not between their thighs, when the dog is resting, and when the dog is moving, the tail should rise and be either horizontal or a little above the dog's topline, moving side to side. [6] X Research source
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Take note of the dog's overall appearance. Overall, Portuguese Pointers should appear strong and constructed harmoniously, with an elegant, easy stride for their gait. [7] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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Viewing the Coat
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See what color the dog's coat is. Portuguese Pointers are either light, medium, or dark yellow. They may be completely this color, or you may notice yellow along with patches of white on the dog's neck, chest, head, neck, lower part of their limbs, the tip of an undocked tail, their hocks, and below their elbows. [8] X Research source
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Feel the coat's texture. Portuguese Pointers should have a coat with a harsh, hard texture. [9] X Research source
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Examine the coat's overall appearance. Overall, Portuguese Pointers should have a coat that is close, dense, and of a short length that evenly covers the dog's body on the most part. [10] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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Checking Temperament
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Notice a need for regular exercise. Portuguese Pointers have a lot of energy and need daily exercise through things like games of fetch or a walk. [11] X Research source
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Look for affection. Portuguese Pointers are affectionate dogs overall and are generally good with kids, especially those they know are members of their family, and other dogs, though they may be uneasy around dogs they don't know. [12] X Research source
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Be aware of a prey drive. Portuguese Pointers are known to have a prey drive, meaning they may not do well with other small animals. [13] X Research source
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See if the dog is smart. Portuguese Pointers are smart and are also usually easily trained. [14] X Research source
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Find out if the dog is friendly around non-threatening strangers. If they don't feel that a stranger is a threat, Portuguese Pointers will generally do well and be friendly towards them. [15] X Research sourceAdvertisement
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References
- ↑ https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/portuguese-pointer/
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