Pudelpointer Puppies for Big Island Hunters in Hilo, Hawaii
Where do Big Island hunters in Hilo get pudelpointer puppies?
Foothill Kennel, a NAVHDA award-winning breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 4,412 miles from Hilo, breeds pudelpointer puppies for hunters across the country; call Jim Kenny at 678-316-6780 to ask about availability. The breed is scarce in Hawaii, and a specialist program with tested parents is the most reliable place to start.
Litters are small and fill early. A frank conversation about your hunting and your household is the best starting point, and it costs nothing but a phone call. Call before the next breeding to have the best chance at a pup that fits the way you hunt.
What can a pudelpointer hunt on the Big Island?
Hawaii Island has some of the state’s best upland bird hunting, including pheasants, francolins, chukar, quail, wild turkey and doves, and a pudelpointer is built to point and retrieve all of them. Most of that hunting is not on Hilo’s wet windward side but on the drier upland slopes across the island.
Areas Hilo hunters commonly look toward:
- The slopes of Mauna Kea, reached by way of the Saddle Road, with open grassland and scrub
- Puu Waawaa and the North Kona uplands, where the state manages game bird hunting
- Dry ranch country on the leeward side, where access requires landowner permission
Native birds, including the nene and the koloa, are protected, so waterfowl hunting is not really part of Big Island life. Hunting licenses, seasons and area rules come from the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Forestry and Wildlife; check its current regulations before each hunt.
Can a pudelpointer handle Hilo’s rain and rough lava country?
Yes. Its harsh, wiry coat is water-resistant and dries quickly, which suits Hilo’s frequent rain, and the breed is tough enough for rocky, brushy terrain. Lava rock is hard on pads, though, so check feet after every outing and build up distance gradually with a young dog.
On high, open slopes the weather can change quickly, from warm sun to cold wind and fog. A versatile dog that stays in touch with its handler is an asset in that country, and the pudelpointer’s cooperative nature helps there. Carry extra water on long days in the uplands, since the dry leeward slopes offer little of it.
Why choose Foothill Kennel as your pudelpointer breeder?
Because its record is proven: the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and in 2017, and dogs that have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA field tests. Few credentials say more about a hunting dog breeder than consistent results from independent NAVHDA judges.
What the kennel does for every litter:
- Hip tests all adult dogs, and never breeds or keeps one with marginal hips
- Stays active in NAVHDA and tests its own dogs
- Matches each puppy to an owner by temperament and by how that owner hunts
For a Hilo hunter covering big, steep country for francolins and pheasants, that match might favor a bold, far-ranging pup. For a family that hunts now and then, a calmer puppy may be the better choice.
Will a pudelpointer be a good house dog in Hilo?
It will if it gets daily exercise and a job, because pudelpointers are affectionate, trainable dogs that are good with active families. They shed little and like to be near their people.
Hilo owners have plenty of options for keeping a dog busy: long walks, training sessions under cover on rainy days and weekend trips to the uplands. A pudelpointer that works regularly is easy to live with.
The breed came from Germany, where it was developed starting in 1881 from the German hunting poodle and the English pointer. The aim was a single dog that could point, retrieve on land and from water, and track wounded game, with a steady, trainable mind. That same balance is what makes it a pleasant family dog between hunting trips.
How do I get a pudelpointer puppy to Hilo?
Call the breeder at 678-316-6780 and he will work out the details with you. You can also send an inquiry through the contact page. Visits to the kennel are by appointment.
Hilo pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Foothill Kennel from Hilo?
About 4,412 miles in a straight line. The kennel is in Flowery Branch, Georgia, near Lake Lanier.
What game birds are hunted on the Big Island?
Pheasants, francolins, chukar, quail, wild turkey and doves, subject to state seasons and area rules.
Is a pudelpointer a good gun dog for rough terrain?
Yes. It is sturdy and has a protective wiry coat, though lava rock calls for regular foot checks.
Is Foothill Kennel a top-rated pudelpointer breeder?
It has received the NAVHDA Breeders Award twice, in 2013 and 2017.
How soon should I reserve a puppy?
Early. Litters are small and usually spoken for before they are born.
Pudelpointer puppies across Hawaii
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Honolulu, East Honolulu, Pearl City, Waipahu. See all pudelpointer breeders in Hawaii, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.