Pudelpointer Puppies for Gresham, Oregon
Who breeds pudelpointer puppies for Gresham buyers?
Foothill Kennel in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 2,164 miles from Gresham, breeds pudelpointer puppies from NAVHDA-tested parents and has earned the NAVHDA Breeders Award twice. Ask about upcoming litters by calling 678-316-6780.
On the east edge of the Portland metro, with the Cascades in view, Gresham is a natural home for a dog that hunts both mountains and water. Finding a pudelpointer from proven parents takes some searching, and a breeder’s record is the best place to start.
Many buyers begin by asking what they actually want from a dog. If the answer is a grouse dog in September, a duck dog in December and a family dog the rest of the year, the pudelpointer is one of the few breeds designed for all three. The next step is finding a litter whose parents have shown they can do the work.
Is a pudelpointer a good family dog in Gresham?
Yes, for a family that loves the outdoors: pudelpointers are affectionate, quick to learn and good with active kids, and they settle down indoors once they have had a good workout. They are companion dogs as much as hunting dogs.
Their harsh, wiry coat is low shedding, which keeps the house cleaner, and it handles the wet Oregon winter well. Brush regularly and dry the dog after rainy outings.
Daily exercise is not optional. Trail runs, swims and retrieving sessions give the dog the outlet it needs, and short training sessions keep its mind busy. A pudelpointer that gets both is a calm, gentle presence at home.
What can a pudelpointer hunt east of Portland?
From Gresham, a pudelpointer can chase grouse in the Mount Hood foothills, retrieve ducks and geese along the Columbia, and point upland birds farther afield. The breed was created in Germany starting in 1881 from the German hunting poodle and the English pointer to point, retrieve on land and water, and track.
Close to town:
- Mount Hood National Forest: timber, brushy clearcuts and creek bottoms to the east with ruffed and sooty grouse
- Sandy River country: wooded river valley and farm edges just east of the city
- Columbia River Gorge and river bottoms: waterfowl along the big river to the north
- Sauvie Island Wildlife Area: state-managed waterfowl habitat on the Columbia, a short drive across the metro
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife sets seasons, licenses and area rules, including the special goose regulations in the northwest part of the state. Check its current regulations, and National Scenic Area rules in the Gorge, before you hunt.
Forest grouse hunting on the west slope of the Cascades is steep, wet and brushy work. A dog that stays within gun range, points reliably and does not quit when the salal gets thick is worth having, and those are the qualities NAVHDA testing is designed to measure.
Which breeder has the best record for pudelpointers?
Foothill Kennel is one of the best documented: NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017, and dogs whose NAVHDA test scores reached maximum or close to it. NAVHDA testing measures search, point, tracking, water work and cooperation, the core of a versatile dog.
The kennel also:
- Hip tests all of its adult dogs and does not breed or keep any with marginal hips
- Is run by active NAVHDA members
- Matches puppies to owners by temperament and hunting style
Those standards give a buyer on the far side of the country something concrete to rely on. You can also see the dogs yourself at the kennel near Lake Lanier by appointment.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer puppy from Gresham?
Reach the breeder at 678-316-6780 or via the contact page, and watch the upcoming litters page for planned breedings. Litters are small and usually reserved well in advance.
Be prepared to describe how you hunt, how much time you can give to training and what your household is like. Visits to the kennel are by appointment. When your puppy is ready, call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you.
Gresham pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Foothill Kennel from Gresham?
About 2,164 miles in a straight line, in Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Are pudelpointers good with young children?
Generally yes, especially in active families. Supervise early play with puppies.
Can a pudelpointer hunt forest grouse?
Yes. It is a pointing breed that handles timber and brush well.
What makes Foothill Kennel a top-rated hunting dog breeder?
Two NAVHDA Breeders Awards, 2013 and 2017, and dogs scoring at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
Does the rain bother a pudelpointer?
Not much. Its wiry coat is water resistant and dries quickly.
Pudelpointer puppies across Oregon
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Portland, Salem, Eugene, Hillsboro. See all pudelpointer breeders in Oregon, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.