Large Münsterländer
Not recognized by AKC
Height at Shoulders
Females 23-25 in, Males 24-26 in
Weight
50-75 lbs
Life Expectancy
11-13 yrs
History
The Large Münsterländer originated in the Munster region of Germany, bred as a gun dog. The breed is an offshoot of the German Longhaired Pointer and was officially considered its own breed in 1919 when the German Longhaired Pointer Club denied the black-and-white variation as their own. Today, the Large Münsterländer is still popular as a versatile gun dog, used to track, point, locate, and retrieve game. It is a relatively rare breed in the United States and breeders generally won't place them in non-hunting homes. The Large Münsterländer is not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Large Münsterländers share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Intelligence
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Common Traits
Affectionate, gentle, and low-key at home if sufficiently exercised
Love to retrieve- sticks, frisbees, socks, etc.
Slow to mature, keeping puppy-like personality for over a year
Intelligent, quick learners who are eager to please and easy to train
Generally do best in hunting homes but can thrive in a household that is willing to accomodate their energy and mental stimulation needs
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