Large Munsterlander

Other names : Großer Münsterländer, Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund

Photo: adult dog of Large Munsterlander breed
© Lenkadan / Shuttestock

To all intents and purposes, the Large Münsterländer is a German Longhaired Pointer - only in black and white; this monochrome dog used to be lumped in with the GLP, but today is afforded her own category. While that special name may seem to be a warning about this creature being a giant monster, it actually refers to her homeland of Münster. In fact, what you’re getting here is more like a pumped-up Spaniel or Toller. She’s a water-loving gun dog with a lot of energy, but gentle with it. And she loves to work, but can also make an excellent pet for outdoorsy types with good local access to open land.

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Life expectancy

The Large Munsterlander has a life expectancy of between 12 and 14 years

Temperament

Size

Large

Adult size

Female Between 23 and 25 in
Male Between 24 and 26 in

Adult weight

Female Between 62 and 71 lb
Male Between 62 and 71 lb
Coat colour
Black White
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Brown
Good to know

The Large Münsterländer is a real people-dog and, even among hunting dogs of similar type, works much more closely and obediently with her human companions than do most of her peers.

More details about the Large Munsterlander

Large Munsterlander: Origins and history

Dogs resembling the Large Münsterländer can be seen in artwork reaching back to the Middle Ages. However, this particular type was not formally recognized until the early 20th century. In the meantime, the German Long-Haired Pointer thrived in Lower Saxony, and the Large Münsterländer appears to be no more nor less than a desaturated Pointer – for some reason, Pointer-fanciers do not like to count black dogs among their number. She emerged, eventually, from the city of Münster, where either it rains or the church bells ring. It is no wonder she is so content to work in the rain.

FCI classification of the Large Munsterlander

  • Group 7 - Pointing Dogs

  • Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs

Training a Large Munsterlander

She is slow to mature and thus training can take a while. She will be physically fully grown before her education is complete. Training should start early, and be warm and consistent to allow this sensitive and intelligent dog to achieve her full potential.

Large Munsterlander: Purchase price

We do not have enough data to give an average price. However, you can expect to pay upwards of £500 for a well-bred puppy.
Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £80 to £120 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.

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