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Pointer
A.K.A. :English Pointer
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Good with other dogs
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| Overview: | The Pointer is a well-loved dog in the U.S. They're independent, yet have a sweet disposition. Good with kids, they make a fun and gentle playmate. |
| Breed Group: | Sporting |
| Weight (lbs): | male: 55-75, female: 45-65 |
| Height (in): | male: 25-28, female: 23-26 |
| Colors: | Liver, lemon, black, orange, either solid or mixed with white. |
| Coat: | Hair is short and dense, smooth with a sheen. |
| Character: | Pointers are gentle, sweet, and kind. They may be too rambunctious for small children, though they have a lot of loyalty for their families. They are reserved around strangers. |
| Temperament: | This breed needs the companionship of a loving family. They get along well with other dogs and household pets. |
| Care: | The Pointer requires occasional brushing to remove dead hair. |
| Training: | This breed is very intelligent, yet easily distracted. Therefore, care must be taken to be consistent and provide a non-repetitive training approach. |
| Activity: | The Pointer needs at least an hour of heavy exercise daily and lots of space to run and play. |
| Country of Origin: | United Kingdom |
| Health Issue: | This breed is prone to hip dysplasia, thyroid problems, dwarfism, and skin conditions. |
| Life Expectancy: | 13-14 |
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TANNER - Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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TANNER
Pointer
Male, Young
USA Plano, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/08/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (medium coat).
TIGER - Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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TIGER
Pointer
Female, Adult
USA Ogden, UT, USA
Date listed: 10/08/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (medium coat).
A076939 - Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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A076939
Pointer
Male, Adult
USA Temple, TX, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (medium coat).
Jolene *Adopt or Foster - Pointer (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Jolene *Adopt or Foster
Pointer
Female,
USA Fairfax, VA, USA
Date listed: 10/08/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (short coat). Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? .muttloverescue/foster.html ***************** ...
Lillie - English Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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Lillie
Pointer
Female, Young
USA Orange Grove, TX, USA
Date listed: 09/17/2025
Dog Breed: English Pointer (medium coat).
Nestle - English Pointer (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Nestle
Pointer
Male, Adult
USA Scottsboro, AL, USA
Date listed: 09/03/2025
Dog Breed: English Pointer (short coat). Nestle is 1 yr old English Pointer he is so calm so sweet loves everyone great with children super smart trained he was abandoned and...
LILA - Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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LILA
Pointer
Female, Adult
USA Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA
Date listed: 08/20/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (medium coat).
*WYATT - Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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*WYATT
Pointer
Male, Adult
USA Bakersfield, CA, USA
Date listed: 04/23/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (medium coat).
Ruben - Pointer (short coat) Dog For Adoption
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Ruben
Pointer
Male, Adult
USA Maquoketa, IA, USA
Date listed: 05/14/2025
Dog Breed: Pointer (short coat). Adoption Fee: Been paid. Ruben is a 1 year old male pointer. He is completely house trained. He is full of energy. YOUR NEW COMPANION...
ZOE - English Pointer (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
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ZOE
Pointer
Female, Adult
USA Conroe, TX, USA
Date listed: 09/24/2025
Dog Breed: English Pointer (medium coat).
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