Pudelpointer Breeder Serving Ann Arbor, Michigan
Who breeds pudelpointers for Ann Arbor hunters?
Foothill Kennel, a pudelpointer breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 560 miles from Ann Arbor, or roughly eleven hours by road, raises pudelpointer puppies from NAVHDA-tested parents. Call Jim Kenny at 678-316-6780 to ask about the next litter or to book a visit by appointment.
Washtenaw County sits in a good spot for a bird hunter, with state recreation areas and marshes close by and the northern forests within a morning’s drive. A versatile dog makes the most of that, and a breeder with a strong field record gives you the best odds of getting one.
What can a pudelpointer hunt near Ann Arbor?
Pheasants, woodcock and ducks on the state land west and north of town, waterfowl on the Huron River and area lakes, and ruffed grouse in the forests of northern Michigan. The pudelpointer points, retrieves on land and in water, and tracks, so it can work each of those settings.
Public ground within reach:
- Pinckney Recreation Area: hills, lakes and wetlands northwest of the city, with hunting permitted in designated parts of the area
- Waterloo Recreation Area: a large mix of woods, fields and marsh near Chelsea
- Sharonville State Game Area: state game land to the west with farm fields and wetlands
- Huron River chain of lakes: ducks and geese along the river and its lakes through the fall
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages the seasons and the rules for state recreation and game areas, including where and when hunting is allowed. Review its current digests, plus federal waterfowl requirements, before your first trip.
Can a pudelpointer live happily in an Ann Arbor home?
Yes. Pudelpointers are affectionate, trainable and good with active families, provided they get daily exercise and meaningful work. In a college town full of runners and trail users, that is often easier to manage than people expect.
A few practical notes:
- The harsh, wiry coat is low-shedding and needs only occasional brushing
- The coat is water-resistant, so a swim in the Huron does not leave a soaked dog dripping for hours
- The breed wants to work with its owner, which makes obedience and field training rewarding
Without enough activity, a pudelpointer gets restless. With it, the dog is calm and easy company.
Is Foothill Kennel a top pudelpointer breeder for Ann Arbor buyers?
Yes. Foothill Kennel received the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and again in 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA field tests, which places it among the top breeders of the breed. The North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association judges versatile dogs on nose, pointing, tracking and water work, so its awards carry real weight with bird hunters.
The kennel is an active member of NAVHDA. It hip tests all of its adult dogs and keeps no dog with marginal hips in its breeding program or its kennel. Puppies are matched to owners by temperament and by how the owner plans to hunt.
Why consider a pudelpointer as your only gun dog?
Because the breed was built for balance: a pointing dog, a water retriever and a tracker in one, with a tough, low-shedding coat. Pudelpointers were developed in Germany from 1881 by crossing the German hunting poodle with the English pointer, and that mix of water-loving and pointing heritage is still the breed’s signature. It is trainable and eager to work with its handler, which suits an Ann Arbor hunter who wants one dog for the uplands and the marsh.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer for Ann Arbor?
Call 678-316-6780 or reach out through the contact page, and check the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and reserved early. When it comes to getting your puppy to Ann Arbor, call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you.
Ann Arbor pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Ann Arbor from Foothill Kennel?
About 560 miles in a straight line; the drive to Flowery Branch, Georgia, takes around eleven hours.
Are pudelpointer dogs good for Washtenaw County pheasants and woodcock?
Yes. They are pointing dogs with the nose and coat for dense upland cover.
Is Foothill Kennel an award-winning hunting dog breeder?
Yes. NAVHDA honored it with the Breeders Award in both 2013 and 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
Where can I find gun dogs for sale near Ann Arbor?
For pudelpointers, call Foothill Kennel at 678-316-6780 or see the upcoming litters page.
Can I visit the kennel before reserving an Ann Arbor puppy?
Yes. Visits are welcome by appointment.
Pudelpointer puppies across Michigan
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights. See all pudelpointer breeders in Michigan, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.