Pudelpointer Dogs for Warren, Michigan and Macomb County
Where do Warren buyers find pudelpointer puppies?
A good place to start is Foothill Kennel, a pudelpointer breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 577 miles from Warren (a long day’s drive), which raises litters from NAVHDA-tested parents. Call 678-316-6780 to ask Jim Kenny about the next litter and to plan a visit by appointment.
Warren is a suburban city, but Macomb County hunters are only a short drive from the marshes of Lake St. Clair and a few hours from grouse country. A pudelpointer suits that split: a well-mannered house dog through the week and a capable hunting partner on the weekend.
How does a pudelpointer fit a family in Warren?
Easily, as long as the family gives it daily exercise and something to do: pudelpointers are affectionate, trainable and good with active children. They were bred to work as a team with their handler, so they tend to pay close attention and learn house rules quickly.
Three things Warren owners should know:
- Coat care is minimal: the harsh, wiry coat sheds little and only needs an occasional brushing
- Exercise is not optional: a daily run, fetch in the yard or a trip to a park keeps the dog settled
- Training is a pleasure: the breed is eager to please and responds well to consistent, patient work
A pudelpointer without an outlet can become a handful, so plan the routine before the puppy comes home. Macomb County’s larger parks and open fields give Warren families room for daily walks and retrieving work.
What is the hunting like for a Warren pudelpointer?
Waterfowl on Lake St. Clair and the St. Clair River delta are close by, pheasants live in the farm country to the north, and ruffed grouse and woodcock wait in the northern Lower Peninsula. A pudelpointer points, retrieves on land and water, and tracks, so it can handle each of those hunts.
Within reach of Warren:
- St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area: marsh at the north end of Lake St. Clair, popular with Michigan duck hunters
- Lake St. Clair shoreline: open water and bays that hold divers and puddle ducks during migration
- Lapeer and Port Huron state game areas: state land to the north with fields, brush and woods for upland birds
- Northern Michigan forests: the aspen country further up I-75 for grouse and woodcock
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages seasons, permits and state lands, and some managed waterfowl areas have their own drawing or reservation rules. Warren hunters should read the current DNR digests, and carry the federal duck stamp for waterfowl, before heading to the marsh or the uplands.
Is Foothill Kennel the best pudelpointer breeder for a Warren hunter?
It is one of the best-credentialed choices available: Foothill Kennel received the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and in 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association evaluates pointing, tracking, water work and cooperation, the same qualities a Macomb County hunter relies on.
The kennel is active in NAVHDA. Every adult dog is checked for hip soundness, and a dog with marginal hips is not used for breeding and is not kept. Each puppy is matched to an owner by temperament and by how that owner hunts.
The breed’s history explains its range. Pudelpointers came out of Germany in 1881, bred from the German hunting poodle and the English pointer to be versatile hunting dogs for field, forest and water.
How do I reserve a puppy for Warren?
Call 678-316-6780 or send an inquiry through the contact page, and check the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and reserved early. For questions about getting your puppy home to Warren, call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you.
Warren pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Warren, Michigan from Foothill Kennel?
About 577 miles in a straight line, a long day’s drive to Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Is a pudelpointer a good dog for a Macomb County family?
Yes, for an active one. The breed is friendly with children and calm indoors after daily exercise.
Can a pudelpointer hunt Lake St. Clair ducks?
Yes. It swims strongly, retrieves naturally and has a water-resistant coat.
Why pick Foothill Kennel as a hunting dog breeder?
Its NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017, and dogs that have scored maximum or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
How do I find gun dogs for sale from Foothill Kennel?
Start with the upcoming litters page, then call 678-316-6780 to talk through timing and which puppy might suit a Warren household.
Pudelpointer puppies across Michigan
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor. See all pudelpointer breeders in Michigan, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.