THE HALLMARKS OF THE GERMAN SHORTHAIRED POINTER
BY MAXINE D. MOINIER GSPCA JUDGES EDUCATION COORDINATOR T o convey to judges and dog fanciers the “Hallmarks” of the German Shorthaired Pointer (GSP), over 40 German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America breed mentors, breeders, and judges were asked to share their thoughts on a few questions. Respondents had from 25 years to over 50 years of experience in the breed. In their responses to the questions, a theme emerged: These breed experts would like judges and breeders to be reminded that, as with other breeds, the GSP has unique Hallmarks that clearly identify it as a GSP versus a Weimaraner, versus a Vizsla, versus a Pointer. These short-coated Sporting breeds do have traits in common; however, they are very different breeds and should be judged as such. Silhouettes of these four breeds are included here to help demonstrate the breed differences.
POINTER
WEIMARANER
GSP
VIZSLA
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