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Dogs
# The English Pointer: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
A large elegant pointing dog, hardy and very attached to its family.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €125/monthPuppy €800 – €1,200
[Find a breeder 41](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=english-pointer)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Excellent
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Fair
Other pets Excellent
Tolerance of being alone Limited
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Affectionate companion: He is gentle, loyal and very attached to his family when his needs are respected.
- Excellent pointing dog: His sense of smell, speed and ability to point game have long made his reputation.
- Easy to train: His docility and intelligence make learning easier with a consistent framework.
- High exercise needs: He does not tolerate an overly sedentary life well and needs long, regular outings.
- Not well suited to apartment living: His size and need for space make confined living uncomfortable for him.
- Strong hunting instinct: Recall and managing chasing must be worked on seriously from an early age.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active families: He thrives in homes capable of offering him time, space and real outings.
- Hunters and athletes: His natural qualities are fully expressed in outdoor and scent-based activities.
- Owners with plenty of time: He is suited to people ready to invest in exercise, education and the relationship.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary lifestyle: A daily routine without sufficient activity does not meet its physical and mental needs.
- Small apartment without long outings: A small space without real daily exercise encourages boredom and frustration.
- Owners with little availability: It needs presence, guidance, and regular opportunities to get exercise.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
65 cmEnglish Pointer
- Height at the withers
- 61–69 cm
- Weight
- 20–34 kg
- Coat
- Short, smooth
- FCI group
- 7
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the English Pointer in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The English Pointer developed in the United Kingdom from Iberian pointing dogs, notably Portuguese pointers, then from contributions of French pointers and English foxhounds. Selected to locate and point game with great speed and a high nose, it established itself as one of the most renowned pointing dogs in the world. Its popularity in sport hunting was built over the course of the 19th century and the English breed club was founded in 1891.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The English Pointer is a large dog with an athletic, harmonious and medioline silhouette. Its body is lean and powerful without heaviness, with a well let-down chest, a short and strong loin, a medium-length tail carried in line with the back and a noble head with a slightly concave muzzle. Its coat is short, fine, harsh to the touch, smooth and shiny, and the most common coat colors combine white with lemon, orange, liver or black.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Gentle, loyal and delicate in family life, the English Pointer combines true sensitivity with a strong hunting instinct. He is close to his owner, generally sociable with children and other animals, not very aggressive and rather reserved with strangers. His balance nevertheless depends on sufficient physical exercise and an active living environment.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the English Pointer is a lively, supple and hardy dog that needs to run and explore to remain serene. It enjoys long outings, scent activities and open environments, whereas a life that is too sedentary or confined can encourage boredom and frustration. At home, it is often calm and attentive once its need for exercise is satisfied.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its training is generally accessible thanks to its great intelligence, its docility and its desire to cooperate. It must start early, with consistent, calm and positive methods, working as a priority on recall, self-control and the management of the chasing instinct. A well-socialized Pointer Anglais that is regularly stimulated learns quickly and remains pleasant to handle.
Budget
## Price and budget for the English Pointer
The purchase price varies depending on the quality of the bloodline, the reputation of the kennel, the tests carried out on the breeding dogs and whether it is oriented toward hunting or companionship. Beyond the acquisition price, you must anticipate a maintenance budget consistent with a large active dog.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The English Pointer is overall a robust breed, capable of remaining in good health until an advanced age when its care, weight and activity are well managed. Like many large athletic dogs, it nevertheless deserves targeted vigilance regarding the musculoskeletal system, the eyes and the ears.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The diet of the English Pointer must be adapted to its large size, its energy expenditure and its daily activity level. A complete, good-quality food, well-balanced and consistent, helps support its muscle mass, its recovery and the health of its joints.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/english-pointer/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The English Pointer is considered one of the most accomplished specialists among pointing dogs. Its characteristic posture, tense and motionless when it indicates the scent of game, has largely contributed to its reputation. Despite its high-level sporting qualities, it can also become a very affectionate family companion if its lifestyle respects its need for exercise.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the English Pointer
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the English Pointer live in an apartment?
This is not the most suitable setting. This large athletic dog needs long outings, freedom of movement and real daily exercise to remain balanced.
### Is the English Pointer easy to train?
Yes, its intelligence and docility generally make it a pleasant dog to train, provided you start early and remain consistent, positive and active in recall training.
### Does the English Pointer get along with children?
It is often very gentle and attentive with them, especially when it has been properly socialized and its exercise needs are met.
## Find a English Pointer breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most English Pointer breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[English Pointer breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine12](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/nouvelle-aquitaine) [English Pointer breeders in Occitanie10](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/occitanie) [English Pointer breeders in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur7](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/provence-alpes-cote-dazur) [English Pointer breeders in Brittany3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/brittany) [English Pointer breeders in Normandy3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/normandy)
### English Pointer breeders by country
[152 breeders of English Pointer in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/italy) [41 breeders of English Pointer in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer) [4 breeders of English Pointer in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/denmark) [4 breeders of English Pointer in the United Kingdom](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/united-kingdom) [2 breeders of English Pointer in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/austria) [2 breeders of English Pointer in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/germany) [2 breeders of English Pointer in Spain](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/spain) [1 breeder of English Pointer in Czechia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/czechia) [1 breeder of English Pointer in Hungary](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/hungary) [1 breeder of English Pointer in Slovakia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer/slovakia)
[All breeders of English Pointer in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer)
## Ready to welcome a English Pointer?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-english-pointer)
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