Pudelpointer Breeder for Pearl City, Hawaii
How do I find a pudelpointer breeder from Pearl City?
Call Foothill Kennel at 678-316-6780: it is a NAVHDA award-winning pudelpointer breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 4,517 miles from Pearl City, and it reserves puppies ahead of each small litter. Pudelpointers are uncommon in Hawaii, so contacting a dedicated breeder is the dependable route.
Jim Kenny will ask how you hunt and how the dog will live before discussing a specific pup. Have those answers ready and the conversation moves quickly.
What does a top hunting dog breeder look like?
Look for independent test results and health screening: Foothill Kennel has both, with dogs scoring at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests and NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017. Awards like that are earned by a breeding program, not by one lucky dog.
A checklist for any pudelpointer breeder:
- NAVHDA test results for the parents
- Hip testing on every adult, with no dogs with marginal hips kept or bred
- A breeder who asks about you and matches puppies by temperament and hunting style
- The chance to visit and meet the dogs, by appointment
Foothill Kennel’s owners are active NAVHDA members, and they place each puppy deliberately rather than on a first-come basis. A buyer who has never trained a bird dog is not at a disadvantage; the breeder simply takes that into account when choosing a pup.
Where can a Pearl City pudelpointer hunt?
Hawaii’s hunting for a pointing dog is upland game birds, such as pheasants, francolins, quail and doves, on the areas and seasons the state opens. Pearl City’s location in central Oahu puts the Waianae Range to the west, and the Kuaokala Game Management Area at its northwest tip is one of the island’s public bird hunting areas.
Some practical points:
- Leeward Oahu’s dry grass and kiawe scrub is the kind of cover game birds use
- Public hunting days on Oahu are limited, so plan around the posted schedule
- Native waterbirds, including the koloa and the nene, are protected, and the wetlands around Pearl Harbor are no place for a hunting dog
The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife, sets the seasons and issues licenses. Always check its current rules and area notices first.
What kind of dog is a pudelpointer?
A versatile hunting dog from Germany, first bred in 1881 from the German hunting poodle and the English pointer to point, retrieve on land and in water, and track. It is medium to large, athletic and covered in a harsh, wiry, water-resistant coat.
Owners describe pudelpointers as keen and cooperative. They want to work with their handler, which makes training enjoyable, and they are good with active families. They do need daily exercise and something to think about. In central Oahu that could be an early walk, a retrieve session in the yard or a scent game when the afternoon is too warm.
Does a pudelpointer shed or need much grooming?
Very little of either: the wiry coat is low-shedding and usually needs only a weekly brushing. After a day in dry brush, check for seeds and burrs between the toes and around the ears.
In Hawaii’s warm, humid weather, keep the dog shaded and hydrated, and schedule hard exercise for the cooler hours. The coat dries quickly, which helps after rain showers or a swim. Watch for ticks and burrs after time in brushy country as well.
How do I reserve a puppy from Foothill Kennel?
Phone 678-316-6780 or use the contact page, and check the upcoming litters page for timing; the breeder will work out the details with you. Getting on the list early is the surest way to get the puppy that suits you.
Visits to meet the adult dogs are by appointment. Whether or not you can make the trip, a frank conversation about your household, your schedule and the island country you plan to hunt will help the breeder choose well. Pudelpointer puppies from the same litter can differ a good deal in drive and temperament, and the right match makes training far easier.
Pearl City pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Pearl City from Foothill Kennel?
About 4,517 miles in a straight line to Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Is a pudelpointer the best breed for Hawaii game birds?
It is a strong choice for pheasants, francolins and quail because it points and retrieves, and it adapts to different terrain.
Does Foothill Kennel health test its dogs?
Yes. All adults are hip tested, and no dog with marginal hips is bred or kept.
Can I pick my own puppy?
Puppies are matched to owners by temperament and by how they hunt, based on a conversation with the breeder.
Who issues hunting licenses in Hawaii?
The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
Pudelpointer puppies across Hawaii
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Honolulu, East Honolulu, Hilo, Waipahu. See all pudelpointer breeders in Hawaii, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.