Help With Getting a German Shorthaired to Point
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Help With Getting a German Shorthaired to Point


German shorthaired pointers can be trained to point when they are puppies, readying them for work as hunting companions. It is best to start slowly in steps, getting the dog to stop on the command of a whistle before using live pigeons. Once it can successfully point you can extend its training to teach it to retrieve as well.

Start with a Whistle

Introduce the Bird Launcher

Using a Live Pigeon

Teaching it to Retrieve





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