Origin: Portugal
Origin of Name: A Portuguese Pointer, is a breed of dog developed as a gun dog.
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The Portuguese indicator originated in the Iberian Peninsula. Its existence in Portugal can be traced back to the 12th century. It was originally designed to be used in hawk in royal eunuchs and is still used by hawk in Portugal today. In the 16th century, the term came to be known as Perdissiro, which derives from the Portuguese word "Pardes" from "Neveras". During the 18th century, many English families in the wine production business established a presence in the region of Oporto and came to know the Portuguese hunting breed, which was later taken to England where they played a role in the origins of the English pointer. However, during the 19th century, when Portugal was experiencing considerable social difficulties, the breed began a progressive decline. It was not until 1920 that some breeders attempted to revive the breed by locating some of the ancient Portuguese dogs in the inaccessible north of Portugal. The Portuguese genealogy book was established in 1932 and the breed standard in 1938. Today, at least a thousand years later, the breed still retains many of the same metamorphic and functional traits as its ancestors.
Portuguese pointers require minimal grooming due to their short, tight coats, but they all enjoy a good brushing with rubber curry-type brushes anyway, which also helps remove dead hair. In general, their hard coat is good at removing dirt, so there is no need to bathe frequently. Regular attention to nails, teeth and ears is expected.
Portuguese Pointer is an extremely kind and dedicated sports dog. They are very smart and quite easy to train. Due to their very affectionate nature, they can be considered "soft" dogs, often requiring a more gentle approach to training.
The Portuguese pointer is a sporting dog and as such, he enjoys running and hunting, whether he is pointing to butterflies in the backyard or walking on a hike. As they still maintain a very strong hunting instinct, off-lead, safe exercise is the key to a happy dog mentally and physically. Young dogs have considerable energy, especially males, but the breed very well lives at peace as a house dog as long as they are allowed daily outdoor exercise.
Portuguese pointer should perform well on high quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your veterinarian. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult, or senior). Some dogs are at risk of being overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times
Portuguese pointers are usually a very strong, healthy breed. There are no health problems specific to the breed, although care must be taken to ensure that breeding dogs and their relatives are free of known health problems, including seizures, hip dysplasia, and early-onset cancer or autoimmune diseases.
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