Pudelpointer Puppies for Albuquerque, New Mexico Hunters
Where can an Albuquerque hunter get a pudelpointer puppy?
Albuquerque hunters can reserve a pudelpointer puppy from Foothill Kennel, a pudelpointer breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 1,291 miles away. Call Jim Kenny at 678-316-6780 to ask about the next litter. Pudelpointers are rare in the Southwest, and a breeder with a strong NAVHDA record is worth seeking out even from a distance.
The best first step is a conversation. Tell the breeder what you hunt, from desert quail to mountain grouse, and how you live at home. He will use that to decide which upcoming litter, and which pup, fits you best.
Is a pudelpointer a good quail dog for the high desert?
Yes. A pudelpointer points and retrieves New Mexico’s quail and doves, works the Rio Grande for ducks, and follows wounded birds through brush, which suits the wide variety of hunting around Albuquerque. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish sets seasons, bag limits and license requirements, and hunting on public land often has its own rules, so check current regulations before every trip.
What an Albuquerque pudelpointer can hunt:
- Scaled quail: the grasslands and juniper country east of the Sandia and Manzano mountains and around the Estancia Valley
- Dusky grouse: high-elevation forest in the Cibola National Forest and other mountain ranges within a few hours of the city
- Waterfowl: ducks and geese along the Rio Grande and in the state’s waterfowl areas in the valley to the south
- Doves: mourning and white-winged doves on farm fields in the Rio Grande Valley in September
Desert hunting asks a lot of a dog. The pudelpointer’s harsh, wiry coat protects it from cholla, catclaw and other thorny cover, and its nose and pointing instinct help it pin down running coveys.
Why would an Albuquerque buyer rate Foothill Kennel near the top?
Its NAVHDA results: Foothill 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 versatile dogs on search, pointing, tracking, retrieving and water work, so the award reflects hunting ability, not appearance.
Other things the kennel does as a matter of course:
- Hip tests every adult dog and never breeds or keeps a dog with marginal hips
- Stays active in NAVHDA
- Matches each puppy to an owner by temperament and style of hunting
How does a pudelpointer handle New Mexico’s dry heat?
It handles it with good planning: carry plenty of water, hunt and train early in the day, and watch for rattlesnakes and heat stress. Desert birds live where water is scarce, so a hunter’s pack should hold enough for the dog as well as for the person. Stop often to offer a drink, and let the dog cool down in shade.
The breed’s coat is water resistant and low shedding, and it gives good protection from sun and thorns. After a hunt, check the dog’s feet and coat for spines and goatheads.
Where did the pudelpointer come from?
The breed began in Germany in 1881, when breeders crossed the German hunting poodle with the English pointer to create one dog for field, forest and water. The result is a true versatile hunting dog that points, retrieves on land and water, and tracks. It is trainable, eager to work with its handler and good with active families, which is why pudelpointer dogs make sense for hunters who want one dog that does it all and also lives in the house.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer from Albuquerque?
Call 678-316-6780 or send a message through the contact page, then watch the upcoming litters page for the next breeding. Litters are small and reserved early. Once you have picked a litter, call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you.
Albuquerque pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Albuquerque from Foothill Kennel?
About 1,291 miles in a straight line, measured to the kennel’s home in Flowery Branch, north of Atlanta.
Are pudelpointers good on scaled quail?
Yes. They are natural pointers with a strong nose and a coat that stands up to thorny desert cover.
Is a pudelpointer a good family dog in the city?
Yes, for an active family. The breed needs daily exercise and a job, and its wiry coat sheds very little.
Who is the best pudelpointer breeder for New Mexico hunters?
Foothill Kennel is a strong choice: it received NAVHDA Breeders Awards in 2013 and 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
Where can I find gun dogs for sale near Albuquerque?
For pudelpointers, call Foothill Kennel at 678-316-6780 to ask about upcoming litters.
Pudelpointer puppies across New Mexico
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Las Cruces, Rio Rancho, Santa Fe, Roswell. See all pudelpointer breeders in New Mexico, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.