Pudelpointer Puppies for Warwick, Rhode Island
How can a Warwick hunter find pudelpointer puppies?
Start with Foothill Kennel, a pudelpointer breeder in Flowery Branch, Georgia, about 856 miles from Warwick, by calling Jim Kenny at 678-316-6780. The kennel is a two-time NAVHDA Breeders Award recipient and breeds small litters from tested parents.
Because litters are small, reservations are taken early. If you want a dog for a coming season, ask now where the next breeding stands.
Is a pudelpointer a good duck dog on Narragansett Bay?
Yes. Warwick’s long shoreline on Greenwich Bay and Narragansett Bay puts waterfowl close to home, and the pudelpointer is a strong swimmer with a harsh, water-resistant coat made for cold-water retrieves. It also points upland birds, so one dog covers both kinds of hunting.
What Warwick hunters pursue:
- Black ducks, Canada geese and brant in the bay’s coves and marsh edges where hunting is allowed
- Sea ducks such as eiders and scoters on open water, a demanding hunt for dog and handler
- Stocked pheasants at state management areas, including Big River Management Area in West Greenwich, a short drive west
- Woodcock in wet thickets and young woods in western Kent County
Many shoreline areas near homes are closed to hunting. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Fish and Wildlife, sets seasons, licenses and area rules, and federal waterfowl rules apply too. Check the current regulations before every hunt.
Why is Foothill Kennel a top pudelpointer breeder?
Its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA field tests, and the kennel received the NAVHDA Breeders Award in 2013 and 2017. NAVHDA tests water work, nose, pointing and tracking, the same skills a bay hunter needs.
The kennel’s standards:
- All adult dogs are hip tested
- No dog with marginal hips is bred or kept
- The owners are active NAVHDA members
- Puppies are placed by temperament and by how the owner hunts
Tell the breeder whether you spend more time on the water or in the uplands, and he will factor that into the match.
How does a pudelpointer handle salt water and New England winters?
Very well: the wiry coat resists water, dries quickly and protects the dog in cold wind, though a rinse after salt water keeps skin and coat healthy. Towel the dog dry after a hunt and give it a warm place to rest.
Big water demands caution. Keep a young dog on sheltered retrieves, watch for strong current and ice, and consider a dog vest on the coldest days. Build experience gradually. A young pudelpointer that learns calm water work in Greenwich Bay’s protected coves will be far more confident when it faces a real retrieve in wind and chop later on. Patience early pays off for years, and the breed’s desire to work with its handler makes that patient approach rewarding for both of you.
Is a pudelpointer a good pet for a Warwick family?
Yes, for an active one: pudelpointers are friendly, trainable and good with children, and they need daily exercise and a job. Their low-shedding coat keeps the house tidy.
The breed was developed in Germany from 1881, crossing the German hunting poodle with the English pointer, and it was meant to work closely with its handler. At home that becomes a devoted, people-oriented dog. Walks near the water, retrieving practice and short obedience sessions keep it content.
Summer is a good season for building foundations. Calm, shallow water along protected shoreline is an ideal place to introduce a puppy to swimming, and a few minutes of retrieving each day builds confidence and fitness. Pair that with basic obedience, especially a reliable recall, and a young pudelpointer will be ready to learn real hunting skills when the fall seasons open. Keep it fun, and the breed’s natural desire will carry it along.
How do I reserve a pudelpointer from Warwick?
Call 678-316-6780 or send an inquiry through the contact page; the breeder will talk through the upcoming litter and work out the details with you. Visits are by appointment, and the upcoming litters page shows what is planned.
Warwick pudelpointer FAQ
How far is Warwick from Foothill Kennel?
About 856 miles in a straight line. The kennel is in Flowery Branch, Georgia, near Lake Lanier.
Can a pudelpointer hunt both ducks and pheasants?
Yes. It is a versatile breed that retrieves waterfowl and points upland birds.
Is Foothill Kennel a top-rated hunting dog breeder?
It holds the NAVHDA Breeders Award from 2013 and 2017, and its dogs have scored at or near maximum in NAVHDA tests.
Should I rinse my dog after a salt-water hunt?
Yes. A fresh-water rinse and towel dry help keep the coat and skin in good shape.
Are litters available all year?
No. Litters are small and planned, so check the upcoming litters page and call early.
Pudelpointer puppies across Rhode Island
Foothill Kennel also serves pudelpointer buyers in Providence, Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence. See all pudelpointer breeders in Rhode Island, our upcoming litters, or contact the breeder – 678-316-6780.