About Katydid German Shorthaired Pointers
Over the years Katydid has bred many Show Champions from proven bloodlines.
Our breeding lines have included high achievers in competitive areas of obedience, field and now for agility trials and the new "Tracking"
Our first Champion was bred in 1978, and we are still achieving success today.
At the National 2000 (NSW), we were very proud to have bred the Bitch CC winner, Champion from the puppy class, Owned by Edelhof Kennels
Katydid Legends Ariel - who went on to be awarded "Runner-up in Show" -
National 2002 (SA) Champion Katydid Legends Ariel also won the Open bitch class and were proud to have bred
Grand Champion Katydid Strongbow who won the intermediate male class again owned by Edelhof Kennels
What to expect from a Katydid German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a unique breed, being very robust and athletic, with a happy nature.
They are a medium sized dog and can live for up to 14-16 years. Their short dense coat means the dogs are low allergy, and low maintenance.
German Shorthaired Pointers are trustworthy, a good watchdog and try to please their owners. We call them the "Fun Gundog"as they are very energetic, playful and at times quite comical.
Over the years Katydid has bred many Show Champions from proven bloodlines.
Our breeding lines have included high achievers in competitive areas of obedience, field and now for agility trials and the new "Tracking"
Our first Champion was bred in 1978, and we are still achieving success today.
At the National 2000 (NSW), we were very proud to have bred the Bitch CC winner, Champion from the puppy class, Owned by Edelhof Kennels
Katydid Legends Ariel - who went on to be awarded "Runner-up in Show" -
National 2002 (SA) Champion Katydid Legends Ariel also won the Open bitch class and were proud to have bred
Grand Champion Katydid Strongbow who won the intermediate male class again owned by Edelhof Kennels
What to expect from a Katydid German Shorthaired Pointer
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a unique breed, being very robust and athletic, with a happy nature.
They are a medium sized dog and can live for up to 14-16 years. Their short dense coat means the dogs are low allergy, and low maintenance.
German Shorthaired Pointers are trustworthy, a good watchdog and try to please their owners. We call them the "Fun Gundog"as they are very energetic, playful and at times quite comical.
Albert doing what he loves
Training
Training German Shorthaired Pointers is not difficult, but does require some patience.
The dogs are highly intelligent which enables them to learn quickly - both good and bad habits - so it is important to train your dog properly.
Katydid can provide you with useful information for training your dog.
Lifestyle
The German Shorthaired Pointers are great water dogs, so people that love the outdoors will find that they fit in perfectly to that lifestyle.
German Shorthairs require a fair amount of exercise which can be as good for the owner as for the dog.
German Shorthaired Pointers are affectionate animals, and make an excellent house dog. They do require interaction with their owners as they can become sad if left alone for long periods of time.
Most people find that it is better to have 2 as companions for each other, and their owners.
Training German Shorthaired Pointers is not difficult, but does require some patience.
The dogs are highly intelligent which enables them to learn quickly - both good and bad habits - so it is important to train your dog properly.
Katydid can provide you with useful information for training your dog.
Lifestyle
The German Shorthaired Pointers are great water dogs, so people that love the outdoors will find that they fit in perfectly to that lifestyle.
German Shorthairs require a fair amount of exercise which can be as good for the owner as for the dog.
German Shorthaired Pointers are affectionate animals, and make an excellent house dog. They do require interaction with their owners as they can become sad if left alone for long periods of time.
Most people find that it is better to have 2 as companions for each other, and their owners.