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Large Munsterlander Facts
- Group
- Other Breed Classes
- Affiliations
- UKC
- Height
- 23" - 26"
- Weight
- 53-76 lbs.
- Lifespan
- 10 years | Add yours
- Exercise Requirement
- Training Requirement
- Grooming Requirement
- Colors
- Breed Characteristics
Alternate Names
rosser Munsterlander vorstehund
Origin
The Munsterlander originated in Germany.
Date Of Origin
This breed is represented in paintings since the middle ages, however, it was not recognized as a distinct breed until the early 1900's.
History
The large Munsterlander is a cross of pointers, wachtelhunds and stoberhunds, all believed to be descended from the bird and hawk dogs used in the Middle Ages. The breed was developed in the West Munsterland, Germany, and is a cousin of the small Munsterlander and German longhaired pointer. It only became a separate breed in the early twentieth century and is differentiated from the longhaired pointer by its black and white coloring.
Description
This is a medium to large-size, muscular, and square-shaped dog. It has a long head with a black nose and dark eyes. The drop ears are broad and set high and the tail is long. The medium-length, sleek coat is white with black patches or blue roan, with feathering on the legs, tail and ears.
Temperament
The large Munsterlander is active and easygoing. It is friendly with almost everyone, including children and other animals and is highly trainable. It tends to vocalize.
Uses
This breed was first used as a tracking, pointing and retrieving dog. Today it has developed into a companion and gun dog.
Health Concerns
Hip dysplasia.
Additional Information
It does best with an active family in a rural or suburban environment.
Sources
The Howell Book Of Dogs
Publisher: Wiley Publishing Inc, 2007
Website: http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/
Author: Liz Palika
Dog Bible
Publisher: BowTie Press, 2005
Website: http://www.bowtiepress.com/bowtie/
Authors: Kristin Meuh-Roe, Jarelle S. Stein
The New Encyclopedia of the Dog
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Publishing, 2000
Website: http://www.dk.com
Author: Bruce Fogle
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