Pudelpointer Puppies for Southaven, Mississippi and DeSoto County
Where can a Southaven hunter get a pudelpointer?
Southaven hunters can get a pudelpointer puppy from Foothill Kennel in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 349 miles away, roughly six hours east through Birmingham and Atlanta. Call 678-316-6780 to ask about upcoming litters. The kennel breeds pudelpointers from NAVHDA-tested parents and talks with each buyer before a puppy is reserved.
Southaven sits on the edge of the Mississippi Delta, widely known for its duck hunting, yet versatile breeds like the pudelpointer are still uncommon here. If you would like to meet the dogs first, phone ahead to book an appointment.
What makes a pudelpointer useful in the Delta and the North Mississippi hills?
The pudelpointer retrieves ducks and geese from flooded fields and timber, points quail and woodcock in the hills, and tracks wounded birds, so one dog covers both sides of DeSoto County’s hunting. The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks manages state seasons and WMAs, federal stamps apply to waterfowl, and Tennessee has its own rules if you hunt across the line, so check the current regulations for wherever you go.
- Arkabutla Lake: the reservoir and its bottomland just south of Southaven, with waterfowl and upland hunting on the public land around it
- Coldwater River and Sardis Lake: more river bottom and lake country farther south
- The Delta: flooded rice and soybean fields and cypress brakes to the southwest, much of it on private leases
- Holly Springs National Forest: rolling hills and pine and hardwood woods to the east, with cover for woodcock and quail
The breed traces to Germany in 1881, when the German hunting poodle was crossed with the English pointer to produce a true versatile hunting dog.
Why is Foothill Kennel considered one of the top pudelpointer breeders?
Because of its NAVHDA record: the kennel received the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA field tests. NAVHDA, the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association, grades pointing, tracking, retrieving and water work, so those results tell a Delta hunter something real about how a litter will work.
The kennel is careful about the dogs it produces. All adults are hip tested, and a dog with marginal hips is neither bred nor kept. The breeder is active in NAVHDA and matches each puppy to its owner by temperament and hunting style.
Can a pudelpointer take cold Delta water?
Yes. The breed’s harsh, wiry coat is water resistant and made for cold, wet work, and pudelpointers are natural swimmers. A January morning in flooded timber is exactly the kind of work the breed was bred for. Give the dog a dry spot or a stand in the blind between retrieves, and keep an eye on ice and current.
The same coat is low shedding and easy to keep. In summer, when the Mid-South turns hot and humid, shift training to early morning and evening and keep plenty of water on hand.
Is a pudelpointer a good fit for a suburban DeSoto County family?
Yes, if the family is active and willing to give the dog daily exercise and a job. Pudelpointers are trainable, friendly and good with children, and they like to be part of family life. Neighborhood walks, park runs and weekly training keep them calm at home. A pudelpointer left with nothing to do will look for trouble, so plan ahead.
The low-shedding coat is easy to live with, and the breed’s eagerness to please makes basic manners come quickly. Many Mid-South weekends revolve around hunting, and a pudelpointer is happiest when it gets to go along.
How do I reserve a Southaven pudelpointer puppy?
Call 678-316-6780 or reach out through the contact page, and watch the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and reserved early. When a pup is set aside for you, ring the breeder and he will work out the details with you.
Southaven pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Southaven from Foothill Kennel?
About 349 miles in a straight line, roughly six hours by car to Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Is a pudelpointer a good Delta duck dog?
Yes. It is a strong swimmer and natural retriever, and it also points upland birds, which a pure retriever will not.
What credentials does Foothill Kennel have?
NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017, and dogs with maximum or near-maximum NAVHDA test scores.
Are there gun dogs for sale near Memphis and Southaven?
For pudelpointers, call Foothill Kennel at 678-316-6780 and ask about planned litters.
Can I see the dogs before I commit?
Yes. Visits to the kennel are by appointment.
Pudelpointer puppies across Mississippi
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Jackson, Gulfport, Hattiesburg, Biloxi. See all pudelpointer breeders in Mississippi, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.