German Shorthaired Pointers

[ls3_kid]

What do you know about them? Personal experiences that is. I've been reading up on them online and have two friends with GSP (one male and the other female). I think I am going to buy myself one as a graduation present next may. So far I haven't found much on male vs. female but I am leaning more towards female as of now. As for price I think I'd be looking at $800 for one from a "reputable" breeder and $400 for shots. Which is not bad for start up on a puppy. Any insight is welcome!

Will

[Lumber_Jack]

Great dogs very smart and trainable. Most need a lot of exercise or can be very hyper and anxious. If kept indoors you need to make sure you have enough time to dedicate to exercise. If kept in a back yard they have been known as escape artists.

If I were you I would evaluate my living situation and free time and the. Make a decision. But this is pretty much them same with any hunting breed dog.

[kieefer]

Great dogs very smart and trainable. Most need a lot of exercise or can be very hyper and anxious. If kept indoors you need to make sure you have enough time to dedicate to exercise. If kept in a back yard they have been known as escape artists.

If I were you I would evaluate my living situation and free time and the. Make a decision. But this is pretty much them same with any hunting breed dog.

Good advice. +1

I would also stress the importance of evaluating your living situation and free time. During next few months when you're out having a good time think about your furry friend at home waiting for you. Also think about your $1200. dollars running all over your neighborhood when he/she escapes.

Being a college grad your life is just about to begin with many unknown experiences falling in your lap.

You may dislike cats but if you need companionship, they are a lot less trouble.

Good luck.

[ls3_kid]

Good advice. +1

I would also stress the importance of evaluating your living situation and free time. During next few months when you're out having a good time think about your furry friend at home waiting for you. Also think about your $1200. dollars running all over your neighborhood when he/she escapes.

Being a college grad your life is just about to begin with many unknown experiences falling in your lap.

You may dislike cats but if you need companionship, they are a lot less trouble.

Good luck.

Never really been a cat fan and yeah I'm definitely waiting until I graduate (next May). I've always wanted one and I know there are a lot of angles here. Exercising it would not be a problem right now, however I do not know exactly what my future holds. Anybody have one here?