Large Münsterlander

💫 A classy and enduring athlete, built for adventure

🏞 Origins

The Large Münsterlander descends from a lineage of elite hunters dating back to the Middle Ages. Inspired by Stöberhunds, Wachtelhunds, and 19th-century Pointers, it is part of the large family of German pointing dogs. A true pro at tracking and retrieving game!

🐕 Profile

With its noble and muscular appearance, it commands respect right away. Its long strides allow it to cover a lot of ground without getting tired. Agile, fast, and enduring, it is made for action!

🔍 In brief

• Hypoallergenic: Nope ❌
• Weight: 25-30 kg (males & females)
• Height: 58-66 cm (males & females)
• Life expectancy: 12-14 years
• Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours/day minimum 🏃‍♂️

❤️ Personality & compatibility

• Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
• Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Protective: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
• Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (expresses its mood)
• Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
• Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (highly developed instinct)
• Calm: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (lots of energy)
• Sporty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
• Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Who does it match with?

👶 Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (kind and patient)

🐶 Animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (needs good socialization)

🧍‍♂️ Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (curious but not wary)

🏠 Apartment: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (the city is a no, he wants space)

⚠️ Lifestyle

Clearly, this is not a dog to stay cooped up in an apartment! He needs a lot of space, like a house with a well-fenced yard and a human available for XXL walks and play sessions. 

🛠 Maintenance & Care

Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆

Care frequency: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

💰 Budget

Purchase price: 700-900 €

Average annual cost: 400-600 € (food, vet, accessories)