Saint Germain Pointer

Other names : Braque Saint-Germain, Saint-Germain Pointing Dog

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Life expectancy

The Saint Germain Pointer has a life expectancy of between 12 and 14 years

Temperament

Size

Medium

Adult size

Female Between 21 and 23 in
Male Between 22 and 24 in

Adult weight

Female Between 44 and 55 lb
Male Between 44 and 55 lb
Coat colour
White Red
Type of coat
Short
Eye colour
Brown

Purchase price

The Saint Germain Pointer costs between £400 and £600

Good to know

The Braque Saint-Germain is bigger boned and thicker skinned than his relative, the French Pointer. Likewise, he is also considered to be a faster runner than the French Pointer. However, one point to note is that the Braque Saint-Germain is the only breed of pointing dog that does not have his tail docked. 

More details about the Saint Germain Pointer

Saint Germain Pointer: Origins and history

The Braque Saint-Germain breed first began during the 1830s by breeding the Braque Francais and the English Pointer. It is known that King Charles X was gifted 2 Pointer dogs, one of whom, known as Miss, was used for breeding with a Braque Francais male. Initially, the breed was named Compiegne Pointers as a result of the kennel location, but later when they relocated to the Saint-Germain region, the breed took up this name. In 2006, the UK Kennel Club granted full recognition to the breed within their gun dog group. 

FCI classification of the Saint Germain Pointer

  • Group 7 - Pointing Dogs

  • Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs

Training a Saint Germain Pointer

This is a very eager and willing dog, who loves the challenge of learning new things. He is happiest when focusing on hunting and retrieving tasks, that come most naturally to the Braque Saint-Germain.

Saint Germain Pointer: Purchase price

Expect an initial purchase price of between £400 to £600 for a Braque Saint-Germain puppy. Add to this the costs of a top quality dog food, veterinary bills, and pet insurance and the monthly cost will be between £80 to £100. 

Name ideas for a Saint Germain Pointer

  • Oz
  • Daisy
  • June
  • Elsa
  • Jimmy
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