Pearly Gates Pointers

03/23/2025

Happy National Puppy Day to our girl Winnie

03/22/2025

Winnie - 6 months

03/19/2025

The PGP crew

12/24/2024

12/08/2024

We said goodbye to our precious litter from Rue & Finley. Super excited for these sweet pups who joined their fur-ever families!

12/07/2024

11/17/2024

Baby Boy Red met his fur-ever sweet family today. They loved on all the babies. 3 weeks away and he gets to go home with them.

11/16/2024

Happy 5 weeks to these precious babies. We are socializing and learning about the world. Our baby teeth are in and we survived weaning from Mama. Mama plays with us now and it’s fun. We are 3 weeks away from going to our fur-ever homes.

11/15/2024

We have been weaning Mama Rue from the puppies for over a week now. This helps them transition from milk to solid food and learn to be independent. Also allows Rue to get some freedom and reduce the strain on her body - she is returning to normal as you can see in the image - back to running on the farm and sitting with her sibling Bristol.

11/15/2024

We let Aunt Dolly visit the babies today. She’s real curious about each one. They were more concerned if she had any milk more for them.

11/15/2024

Hello Dutton! Looking comfy!

11/15/2024

Aww when did River get so big?!

11/05/2024

Let’s talk about GSP’s

Interesting Facts About German Shorthaired Pointers

1. **Versatile Hunting Dogs**: German Shorthaired Pointers (GSPs) are known for their versatility in hunting. They can hunt a variety of game, from upland birds to waterfowl, and are proficient in both pointing and retrieving.

2. **High Energy Levels**: GSPs are extremely energetic and require plenty of exercise. They thrive in active households where they can run, play, and engage in vigorous activities.

3. **Intelligent and Trainable**: These dogs are highly intelligent and respond well to training. They excel in obedience, agility, and other dog sports due to their quick learning abilities.

4. **Loyal and Affectionate**: GSPs are known for their loyalty and affection towards their families. They enjoy being around people and often form strong bonds with their owners.

5. **Distinctive Appearance**: They have a distinctive appearance with a sleek, athletic build, and a short coat.

6. **Water Lovers**: Many GSPs love water and are excellent swimmers. Their webbed feet help them navigate through water with ease, making them great companions for water-based activities.

7. **Health and Longevity**: Generally, GSPs are healthy dogs with a lifespan of about 12-14 years. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and routine veterinary care contribute to their overall well-being.

8. **Grooming Needs**: Their short coat is relatively low-maintenance and only requires occasional brushing to keep it clean and healthy. They do shed, so regular grooming can help manage shedding.

9. **Social and Friendly**: GSPs are typically friendly and social dogs. They get along well with other dogs and can be good with children if properly socialized from a young age.

10. **Origins**: The breed originated in Germany in the 19th century, developed by crossing various breeds including the Spanish Pointer, English Pointer, and other scent hounds to create a versatile hunting companion.

German Shorthaired Pointers are wonderful companions for those who can meet their physical and mental needs. Their combination of intelligence, loyalty, and athleticism makes them a popular choice among active dog owners.

Mama Rue below with one of her favorite activities - fetch.

11/03/2024

This is our last baby available from Rue & Finley’s litter - blue - male. He’s a chunky boy because Mama Rue is feeding them good. 3 weeks old and looking for his fur-ever home.

11/03/2024

RESERVED - Our last female - dark pink - from Rue & Finley’s litter. Super excited for this family to welcome her home! Congratulations!