Welcome to the Pointer Quiz, where you can test your knowledge and learn more about one of the most popular hunting companions! Pointing dogs are known for their intelligence, even temperament, energy, and determination, which is why they not only make great hunting companions but an excellent addition to your family as well.
Take the quiz to test your knowledge of Pointers if you believe you know everything there is to know about them or if you simply want to learn more about these bird-dog hunters!
While there may be ancestry of this dog dating back to ancient times, there aren’t records to verify its existence. Written records have placed the pointer dog with origins dating back to Spain, during the time of the Middle Ages, where its ancestor, the Old Spanish pointer, was used by hunters. By the end of the War of Spanish Succession, British soldiers took these pointers home to England where the British began to develop the breed further, crossing them with the French pointer to get a faster dog, to arrive at the standard that you see today.
These dogs were bred primarily as hunting companions and when they are in certain environments, they have a single-minded focus. This intense focus works well in other areas and many owners like to have them perform in obedience skills training. Here are additional informative details on this energetic breed:
They are fun-loving dogs and tend to get into mischief.
Pointers love being the center of attention.
There are over 15 breeds of pointers, some of which are the German shorthaired, the English, and the Old Danish.
They have a natural athleticism and require a lot of exercise to keep them busy.
Melissa Bauernfeind was born in NYC and got her degree in Journalism from Boston University. She lived in San Diego for 10 years and is now back in NYC. She loves adventure and traveling the world with her husband but always misses her favorite little man, "P", half Chihuahua/half Jack Russell, all trouble. She got dive-certified so she could dive with the Great White Sharks someday and is hoping to swim with the Orcas as well.