The Stabijhoun, or Frisian Pointer, is a versatile breed used for both hunting and as a family companion. Highly valued as a working dog in rural areas of the Netherlands, it is now an excellent companion dog, particularly suited for active families.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Netherlands
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 22-27 kg (male), 18-23 kg (female)
- Height: 50-53 cm (male), 48-50 cm (female)
- Lifespan: 13-15 years
- Exercise Needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment Living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Not suitable for apartment living, but can adapt to an urban environment with enough exercise)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Smart dog, easy to train)
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very affectionate and gentle dog, ideal for families)
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Protective without being overly dominant)
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Playful, especially with children and other animals)
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can be vocal, but not excessively)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Can be a bit stubborn, but generally obedient with good training)
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Excellent hunting and tracking ability)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Calm dog, but needs physical and mental stimulation)
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Very athletic, needs regular and challenging exercise)
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Fairly independent, but still attached to its family)
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very gentle with children, a good playmate)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (May be compatible with other animals, but socialization is necessary)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Reserved with strangers, but not aggressive)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Can live in an apartment if enough exercise and space are available)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Moderate maintenance, requires regular brushing)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Moderate cost in terms of food and veterinary care)
- Care frequency:
- Brushing: Requires regular brushing to avoid tangles and keep its coat healthy.
- Exercise: Daily physical exercise to meet its energy needs, especially active walks.
- Specific care: Regular veterinary care, checking its ears and teeth.
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 500-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 450-850 €
🏡 Important note
The Stabijhoun is an energetic and intelligent dog, ideal for active owners and families. It needs space to thrive and can live in urban environments, provided it gets enough exercise and stimulation. It is not suited for apartment living without exercise, but in a suitable setting, it becomes a wonderful companion.
👉 An excellent choice for sporty families and hunting enthusiasts. 🐾🎯
