Bringing home a German Shorthaired Pointer feels less like getting a pet and more like inviting in a full-time companion who notices everything and wants to be part of all of it. Before one curls up in your living room and takes over your routine, there are a few truths you should know.

1. They Need More Than Just Walks

A GSP is not a low-effort dog you can tire out with a quick stroll. This is a working breed built for long days in the field. They do best with real activity

think long hikes, runs, structured play, and training that makes them think as well as move.

If they do not get enough of that, they will find their own projects. Digging, pacing, shredding toys, and creative redecorating tend to show up in homes where the dog is under worked.

2. Their Intelligence Comes With Opin

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