German Shorthaired Pointer Characteristics
The German shorthaired pointer is a quick learner that thrives on having a job to do. Considering that these dogs were bred to spend hours with hunters tracking, pointing, and retrieving game, they have a tireless work ethic that needs to be channeled into desired behaviors. When they’re at home, they have very affectionate personalities. This breed has a loyal temperament and enthusiasm for playing. Younger kids, on the other hand, may become overwhelmed by the dog’s energy level.
Whatever activities you’re into, plan to involve your GSP. It’s best to adopt this breed if you spend plenty of time outside and have the ability to bring your dog along regularly. They love to be with their family, but they also require extensive exercise. When they receive both, they’re known to be happy, sociable dogs. Without enough exercise, the enthusiasm of the GSP quickly turns into destructive energy.
German Shorthaired Pointer Inherited Disease and Traits Testing Panels
We can offer the below tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer singularly or as combos or as included in the most comprehensive Panel “DogCheck 4.0”:
- Degenerative Myelopathy DNA Testing which is a screening test for your dog to determine if it carries the genes associated with Degenerative Myelopathy (DM). Click here to read more about the Degenerative Myelopathy Test Kit.
- Hyperuricosuria DNA Test for Uric Acid is a screening test for your dog to determine if it carries the mutated gene associated with Hyperuricosuria (HUU).
You can choose the best option for you by clicking below:
For the above tests, if done singularly or as combos, we offer the results in 7-10 working days from receipt of samples to the laboratory.
If they are all included in the most comprehensive test called “DogCheck 4.0“, which also gives information about coat colour traits, the turnaround is 3-4 weeks from receipts of the samples to the laboratory. Please refer to the list below to see all the genes tested in this case.
NOTE: There is an extra cost of £45 to test the genes mentioned on the table as *xP as they are not included in the Dog Check 4.0 Report unless the extra fee has been paid at the checkout.
Dog Intolerance Test
The Dog Intolerance Test checks for your dog’s sensitivity to 152 food and 48 environmental and artificial allergens.. Click here to read more about the At Home Dog Intolerance Test.
Dog Paternity Test
Our Dog DNA Paternity Test is a quick and easy way to accurately determine the parentage of your canine. Fast, accurate and conclusive results. Click here to read more about our Dog Paternity Test with mother or Dog Paternity Test without Mother.