Pudelpointer Gun Dogs Near Dover, Delaware
Where can Dover hunters get gun dogs for sale?
For pudelpointer gun dogs, contact Foothill Kennel in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 579 miles from Dover and roughly a long day of driving, where puppies are bred from NAVHDA-tested parents. Call 678-316-6780 for news of the next litter.
Kent County hunters spend much of the season on the water, and the pudelpointer is one of the few breeds built to be equally useful in the marsh and in the uplands. Because breeders are scarce in the region, it pays to find a proven kennel early and plan around its litters.
Is a pudelpointer the right dog for Kent County marshes?
Yes: pudelpointers love water, retrieve naturally and carry a dense, water-resistant coat, which suits Dover’s tidal marsh and bayshore hunting. The breed traces to Germany in 1881, when breeders crossed the German hunting poodle with the English pointer to get a dog that points, retrieves and tracks.
Around Dover:
- Little Creek and Ted Harvey wildlife areas: state-managed marsh and impoundments on the bayshore east and southeast of the city
- Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge: a major wintering area for snow geese and ducks north of Dover
- St. Jones River: tidal marsh running from the city down to Delaware Bay
- Kent County farmland: grain fields for geese and doves, with woodcock in the wet woodlots
Hunting seasons and public area rules are set by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Fish and Wildlife. Check its current regulations and any refuge-specific rules before you hunt.
Bayshore hunting asks a lot of a dog. Retrieves can be long, the mud is deep, the water is cold and the birds often fall in thick marsh grass where a good nose matters as much as a strong swimmer. The pudelpointer’s tracking ability and steady temperament help here, and a dog that also points gives a Dover hunter something to do on the uplands once the ducks stop flying. Many owners spend early fall on doves, the heart of winter on waterfowl, and the gaps in between training on woodcock cover.
What should I look for in a pudelpointer breeder?
Look for independent test results and health screening, which is why Foothill Kennel is among the top choices: it won the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests. The owners are active NAVHDA members.
A good checklist for any hunting dog breeder:
- NAVHDA results on the parents
- Hip testing on all adult dogs, with no dog with marginal hips bred or kept, as at Foothill Kennel
- Puppies placed by temperament and by the owner’s hunting style
- The chance to visit and meet the dogs, which the kennel offers by appointment
A breeder who asks you as many questions as you ask him is usually a good sign. It means the goal is the right match, not just a sale.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer puppy from Dover?
Call 678-316-6780 or send a message through the contact page, then follow the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and reserved early, so reach out as soon as you are serious about a pup. The breeder will ask about your hunting, your experience and your household before talking about a specific puppy, because each one is placed by temperament and hunting style.
When your puppy is ready, call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you.
Do pudelpointers make good house dogs?
They do for active owners: pudelpointers are affectionate, easy to train and good with active kids. Their wiry coat sheds very little, so a pudelpointer living indoors leaves far less hair around than many sporting breeds.
Give the dog a daily outlet, whether a run, a swim or a training session, and it settles well at home. Without that, a young pudelpointer will invent its own entertainment. Many Dover owners find that a short retrieving session before work and a longer outing in the evening keeps the dog content through the off season.
Dover pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Dover from Foothill Kennel?
About 579 miles in a straight line, roughly a long day’s drive to Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Will a pudelpointer retrieve ducks in cold weather?
Yes. The water-resistant coat is built for late-season retrieves.
Who is a top-rated pudelpointer breeder for Delaware hunters?
Foothill Kennel, a two-time NAVHDA Breeders Award winner (2013 and 2017) whose dogs have tested at or near maximum.
Do pudelpointers shed much?
Very little. The harsh coat needs only routine brushing.
How soon should I call about a puppy?
As early as possible. Litters are small and are usually reserved before birth.
Pudelpointer puppies across Delaware
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Wilmington, Newark, Middletown, Milford. See all pudelpointer breeders in Delaware, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.