Orlando, Florida Pudelpointer Puppies and Gun Dogs
Is there a pudelpointer breeder within driving distance of Orlando?
Yes. Foothill Kennel in Flowery Branch, Georgia, is about 428 miles from Orlando, around seven hours north on I-75, and it breeds pudelpointers from NAVHDA-tested parents. Call 678-316-6780 to ask about the next litter or to book a visit by appointment.
Central Florida has plenty of sporting dogs, from Labradors to pointers, but few versatile breeds, and pudelpointers in particular are uncommon. A breeder you can reach in a day gives an Orlando buyer the chance to meet the dogs, ask questions face to face and choose with confidence.
Is a pudelpointer the right dog for Kissimmee Chain ducks and Osceola County quail?
It is a strong fit: the pudelpointer points upland birds, retrieves ducks from open water and marsh, and tracks cripples, which matches Central Florida’s mix of lake and flatwoods hunting. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission sets the seasons, licensing and wildlife management area rules, so check its current regulations before you go.
- Lakes: ring-necked ducks and other waterfowl on Lake Tohopekaliga, East Lake Toho and Lake Kissimmee
- Quail: Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area in Osceola County, a large area of pine flatwoods and dry prairie managed with bobwhite in mind
- East of town: marshes of the upper St. Johns River basin and the refuge lands around Merritt Island
- North: the sand pine and longleaf country of the Ocala National Forest
This kind of variety is exactly what the breed was made for. German breeders began the pudelpointer in 1881 by crossing the German hunting poodle with the English pointer, aiming for one dog that works field, forest and water.
What makes Foothill Kennel one of the best hunting dog breeders for Orlando buyers?
Its NAVHDA record: the 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, tests the skills that matter in the field and the water, so a breeder’s standing there is a practical guide for anyone looking at gun dogs for sale.
The breeder keeps up an active NAVHDA membership and runs the kennel with care. Every adult dog is hip tested, no dog with marginal hips is bred or kept, and each puppy is matched to an owner based on temperament and on how that person hunts.
Can a pudelpointer live comfortably in an Orlando home?
Yes. Pudelpointers are affectionate, trainable and good with active families, and their wiry coat sheds very little. What they need is daily exercise and a job. In Central Florida that means dawn and dusk outings in summer, lots of water on hand, and saving longer training days for the cooler months. Choose swimming spots carefully, since alligators live in most local lakes.
A pudelpointer that gets regular work is a calm, pleasant house dog. One that does not will look for its own entertainment.
Orlando’s suburbs offer more room for this than people expect. Retention ponds are not swimming holes, but open parks, sports fields at quiet hours and a backyard long enough for a few retrieves all help. It is worth joining a training group or working with a local trainer during the first year, so the dog’s natural pointing and retrieving are shaped before its first season. Pudelpointers are quick studies and generally keen to please, which makes that first year rewarding rather than a chore.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer puppy in Orlando?
Call 678-316-6780 or send a message through the contact page, then watch the upcoming litters page. Litters are small and reserved early. Once you have picked a litter, call the breeder and he will work out the details with you.
Orlando pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Orlando from Foothill Kennel?
About 428 miles in a straight line, around seven hours by car to Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Where can I see pudelpointer dogs in person?
At Foothill Kennel near Lake Lanier, by appointment. Call 678-316-6780.
Can a novice trainer handle a pudelpointer?
Usually. The breed is eager to work with its handler and responds well to patient, consistent training.
Does Foothill Kennel test hips?
Yes. All adult dogs are hip tested, and dogs with marginal hips are not bred or kept.
Who is the best pudelpointer breeder near Central Florida?
Foothill Kennel is a two-time NAVHDA Breeders Award recipient, 2013 and 2017, with dogs scoring at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
Pudelpointer puppies across Florida
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, St. Petersburg. See all pudelpointer breeders in Florida, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.