An ideal hunting or jogging companion with designated jobs during fieldwork yet relaxing as a faithful family dog at home, the athletic German Shorthaired Pointer features a sleek coat that shed minimally, and requires little more than regular brushing and the occasional bath to maintain. Its devotion toward indulgent owners who provide this versatile sporting breed vigorous activities including hiking, running, swimming, scent games and advanced training to stimulate its mental and physical requirements. This is not a couch potato, but does love to cuddle with its family when its physical and mental needs are met.