Things to Consider Before Getting a German Shorthaired Pointer

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 มิ.ย. 2021
  • As fairly active people, we thought we were prepared for a higher energy dog, and then we brought home our adventure dog Nova. We highly recommend doing your research, talking to other German Shorthair owners, and really looking at if your lifestyle can accommodate the needs of a bird dog. If your heart is set on getting a German Shorthaired Pointer like ours was, here are a few things we've learned in our first year as new dog owners with our cute but crazy GSP Nova that may be helpful.
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  • @brianfitch9030
    @brianfitch9030 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’ve adopted 3 GSP dogs over the years. They are so funny and active. The love they give is always so touching.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They really are a special breed - that's so lovely that you gave homes to three of them! Nova keeps us active, laughing, and very, very happy that's for sure. Thanks for watching! 🥰

    • @jordansatterly5323
      @jordansatterly5323 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is there a particular organization you would recommend to adopt a gsp from?

  • @pampledger6099
    @pampledger6099 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Ah, 10 monts. Such sweet puppies. Wait until she is 13 months. I've fostered about 4 puppies that weren't adopted until 18 months. It doubles between 10 and 13 months with all the emotional issues of a teenager. I recommend at least 2 people attempting to tire out a GSP teenager. Paw to face.. Yea that too. But they are so smart. All of them read my mind. Soul mates. Doggie day care.

  • @bikerguy5829
    @bikerguy5829 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My Shorthair got out of her puppy stage around 11!! She was 16 when I lost her 😢

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow! Hard to imagine them ever getting out of their puppy stage. I’m so sorry - time is never long enough with your pup ♥️

  • @marymartinez3335
    @marymartinez3335 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Got one. I love ❤ her!!!

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw yay! I hope she brings you lots of joy and laughs amidst all the high-energy craziness 😂🥰

  • @stevemc6820
    @stevemc6820 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Such a beuty

  • @sudhindrakopalle7071
    @sudhindrakopalle7071 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a cute dog!

  • @judithgoulden972
    @judithgoulden972 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    She is fabulous.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! She is and she knows it 😂😅

  • @bonniebethel1234
    @bonniebethel1234 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shes a pretty girl. I have a male that black & white like her and a female that's the liver & roan. They are the best, but as you said very high energy. 💜🐾🐾

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Aw how do your two get along with each other? That is the truth!🥰

    • @bonniebethel1234
      @bonniebethel1234 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mattandkelli They get along, the female does like to pester her brother though. Shes still a pup. He just turned 3 and would rather be out hunting and running around. 😄🐾🐾

  • @chucklutter7399
    @chucklutter7399 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very well done video. The ones I have known well are incredibly loyal to their families. Nova is a beautiful girl. Love the black, my Mr Bobo was black as well, my all time favorite out of all my pointers.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much, Chuck! Nova is definitely that way. Love that you share in the joys and love of GSPs as well! 🥰

  • @AndyandRachel
    @AndyandRachel ปีที่แล้ว

    I apologize... on my last comment I thought it was Noah, not Nova. We have done some pet sitting and fallen in love with lots of dogs but the dog I most bonded with was a short-haired pointer that we pet-sat in Hawaii. That dog was "living the life" with access to go in and out as he liked. Nova has gorgeous coloring! 😍 Sounds like she is a natural hunter. Way to consistently train her. It will make life more pleasurable for you two and for Nova in the long run. Great share! Absolutely love the video of the two of you holding hands in the snow with Nova walking with you! She looks incredibly fun.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      No worries! We often call Nova a large number of nicknames and not her actual name anyways lol. 😊Aw how sweet - that GSP does sound like it's living the life, both Nova and I are definitely jealous!
      Thank you! ❤ We do our best to be consistent with her and to properly wear her out every day, but she still has her crazy spells that's for sure 😂 But we love her endlessly regardless, and she's always making us laugh. Thanks so much for watching!

  • @michaelfabregas3496
    @michaelfabregas3496 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful Nova :)

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      We are biased but we think she’s pretty cute ourselves 🥰

  • @jwnagy
    @jwnagy ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful ❤

  • @dagneeitutyte5623
    @dagneeitutyte5623 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mine GSP used to run alongside the bicycle without a leash. It was the only way to exhaust him (20km a day) plus throwing a stick when only we stopped

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      I love that! Sounds like the perfect way to properly tire out a GSP ❤️

    • @teddybaer2131
      @teddybaer2131 ปีที่แล้ว

      This will give your Deutsch Kurzhaar pain and illness. This dog need a mental work! It´s a hunting dog and shouldn´t sell to nonhunters.

  • @marinaush8582
    @marinaush8582 ปีที่แล้ว

    She looks exactly like my 6 months old Kira 🥰🥰

  • @jspapa21
    @jspapa21 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well said. We have 2… 2.5 years and 7 months.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Aw adorable! How do they get on together?

  • @julieannbiddles4638
    @julieannbiddles4638 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great 👍

  • @thomasp2950
    @thomasp2950 ปีที่แล้ว

    She is gorgeous. I have two 9 1/2 and 10 years . 9 year old male is big couch potato 10 years old female still acts like she is two. Lots of trips to dog park.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! ❤️ Aw what special members of your family! I have an inkling Nova will be like yours who acts 2 until she's 102, but time will tell. All the best to you and your pups!

  • @anthonydecesare2054
    @anthonydecesare2054 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I believe newer GSP should be advised that you need to limit some of their activities be smart and be mindful of possible dangers or exposure to possible injuries. I LOVE these dogs but at times they could be their own worst enemies. You have to establish yourself as the pack leader. I have paid for 2 ACL Surgeries, chiropractors, acupuncture, MRI’s, stitches in ears from running through thickets, stitches from impaling into broken branches. I have jumped into some of the nastiest marina water after these dogs. I have permanent holes & chew marks in my dry wall next to the “I want to go out now!” door. I am on their schedule rather than them being on mine. I have been the target of hunger strikes because someone didn’t get their sweet potato & canned salmon mixed in with her kibble. But my favorite of all is the fact that I have been pissed on marking me as a property patch. Yes these dogs are irresistible……..

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good advice! We’ve seen it in Nova for sure where she’ll be so energetic and focused on what she’s doing that she can become injury prone. We also have to work (very hard sometimes) to remind her she doesn’t rule the universe, even though she likes to be in control. Patience is huge for sure, but definitely important to know what to look out for/what you’re in for with GSPs!

  • @johnsadventures8100
    @johnsadventures8100 ปีที่แล้ว

    Our girl is 10 now but still blazing fast when I throw the tennis ball with the ball launcher. She also howls to fire engine sirens, which is hilarious. But only fire engines, not police or ambulance sirens.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      So sweet! We have a hard time fathoming Nova slowing down ever. That's too funny! 😂 Nova has that sense for all mail trucks coming down our long driveway - no other vehicles.

  • @tundrathegsp
    @tundrathegsp ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful girl ❤

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you - right back at ya! 🥰

  • @garethgriffiths4091
    @garethgriffiths4091 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Unconditional love. What more could be said for this God-given breed. Puppy-induced insanity? Well, yeah. But that aside . . .

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว

      Couldn't have said it better ourselves 🤣💕

  • @rosemariemocan357
    @rosemariemocan357 ปีที่แล้ว

    No, having a spacious home will not make for training terrain - you really need 1-2 hours outdoors/day.

    • @mattandkelli
      @mattandkelli  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You’re right - that is definitely more ideal for them!