Large Munsterlander
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Size: Medium
Colour: Head solid black. Body white or blue roan with black patches, flecked, ticked, or combination of these
Lifespan: 12 to 13 years
The Large Munsterlander; a keen worker, alert and energetic as well as trustworthy and affectionate.
Owner's Guide
Loyalty to their owners comes high on the Munsterlander's list of priorities, with exercise a close second. These strong-willed dogs are full of energy and will play games all day if they can. The Small Munsterlander is a different breed that looks similar, but is smaller, and the coat is liver instead of black.
Originally bred as a colour variation of the German Wirehaired Pointer for tracking, pointing and retrieving on land and in water.
Special Characteristics
This dog is energetic and playful, and interested in scents.
Exercise Requirements
High. Needs exercise both inside and outside the house.
Attitude to
Owners: biddable, loyal
Children: usually tolerant, may be too boisterous for young children
Other pets: good
Strangers: usually good if well socialized
Unfamiliar Dogs: usually friendly
Perfect Owner
Experienced, active owner who can set clear guidelines for behaviour and provide plenty of activity, play and training.
Potential Problems
Some lines can be strong-willed and prone to status-related aggression with gentle owners, and unless well socialized may see strangers as a threat.
This dog's feathers will bring in mud and dirt from outside.
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