Pudelpointer Puppies and Gun Dogs for Wasilla, Alaska
Who breeds pudelpointers for hunters in Wasilla and the Mat-Su Valley?
Foothill Kennel, about 3,381 miles away in Flowery Branch, Georgia, breeds pudelpointers from NAVHDA-tested parents and takes calls from Mat-Su hunters at 678-316-6780. Pudelpointer breeders are scarce in every state, so it is common for a Wasilla family to talk with a kennel far from home before settling on a litter.
The best way to begin is simply to call. Tell the breeder what you hunt, how often you get out and what your home life looks like, and he can tell you whether an upcoming litter is a good match.
Where would a Wasilla pudelpointer hunt?
A Wasilla pudelpointer has ptarmigan in the mountains, spruce grouse in the valley forests and ducks and geese on the Knik Arm marshes, all within easy reach of town. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game publishes the seasons, limits and licensing rules, and they change, so check the current regulations every year.
- Hatcher Pass: the alpine bowls of the Talkeetna Mountains north of Palmer and Wasilla hold willow and rock ptarmigan
- Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge: a large tidal marsh at the head of Knik Arm, between Wasilla and Palmer, with fall duck and goose hunting
- Valley forests: spruce grouse along the birch and spruce edges toward the Susitna and Little Susitna rivers
That mix, uphill birds one day and marsh birds the next, is the reason versatile breeds make sense in the valley. A pudelpointer is built to point, retrieve on land and water, and track a crippled bird, so one dog covers all of it.
What does it take to put a Wasilla name on a litter?
Start with a call to 678-316-6780 or a message through the contact page, and keep an eye on the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and are often reserved early, so an early conversation matters more than anything else. When you are ready to move forward, the breeder will work out the details with you over the phone.
Puppies are not handed out on a first come, first served basis. The breeder matches each pup to an owner by temperament and by the kind of hunting that owner does, which gives a Wasilla grouse and duck hunter the best chance of a good partnership. A bold, far-ranging pup and a softer, closer-working pup can come from the same litter, and knowing your hunting helps the breeder place the right one with you.
What record backs Foothill Kennel as a top hunting dog breeder for Mat-Su buyers?
Its record is public: NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017, and dogs that have earned maximum or near-maximum scores in NAVHDA field tests. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association tests dogs on the skills that matter afield, and a breeder’s award reflects consistent performance across many dogs, not one lucky litter.
The kennel is an active NAVHDA member. All adult dogs are hip tested, and no dog with marginal hips is kept or bred, which is the kind of discipline a buyer should expect from any serious breeder of gun dogs for sale.
Is a pudelpointer easy to train and live with?
For most active owners, yes: pudelpointers are trainable, eager to work with their handler and good with families. The breed traces back to Germany in 1881, when the German hunting poodle was crossed with the English pointer, and that blend produced a cooperative, clever dog.
A few things to plan for:
- Daily exercise, year round, including the dark months
- A job, whether that is hunting, retrieving practice or scent work
- Light grooming, since the harsh, wiry coat is low shedding and water resistant
A pudelpointer that gets those things is a pleasant, steady companion in the house. One that is left idle will find its own work.
Wasilla pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Wasilla from Foothill Kennel?
About 3,381 miles in a straight line from Flowery Branch, Georgia.
What is the best bird dog for Mat-Su ptarmigan and ducks?
A versatile breed like the pudelpointer suits hunters who want to point upland birds and retrieve waterfowl with the same dog.
Does Foothill Kennel hip test its dogs?
Yes. All adult dogs are hip tested, and any dog with marginal hips is not bred or kept.
Can I get a pudelpointer puppy for my family as well as for hunting?
Yes. They are good with active families, as long as they get daily exercise and something to do.
How do I find out about the next litter?
Check the upcoming litters page or call 678-316-6780.
Pudelpointer puppies across Alaska
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka. See all pudelpointer breeders in Alaska, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.