Old Danish Pointer — breed guide
The Gammel Dansk Hønsehund — a heavy-set Danish pointer that works slowly and close, suiting a walking hunter.
At a glance
- Group
- sporting
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 20–35 kg (44–77 lb)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Coat
- Short, dense white coat with liver markings
Living with a Old Danish Pointer
- High energy — needs real exercise every day, not a stroll.
- Almost no grooming.
- Moderate shedding.
- Quick to learn.
- Quiet.
- Good with children.
- Gets along with other dogs.
- Can live with a cat, with a slow introduction and an escape route for the cat.
- Not well suited to a flat — space, exercise need or voice works against it.
- A reasonable choice for a first-time owner.
- Average heat tolerance.
- Handles cold well.
Temperament
Calm · Determined · Steady · Affectionate
Health to watch
- Hip dysplasia
- Ear infections
- Growth-plate problems
Owner-logged information shared via Leash Life is not veterinary advice; ask your vet about screening for these.
Questions people ask
Is a Old Danish Pointer good with kids?
Generally yes. Old Danish Pointers are usually good with children when raised with them and given their own quiet space.
Is a Old Danish Pointer good with cats?
It can work, with management. Introduce them gradually, feed them apart, and make sure the cat has vertical space the dog cannot reach. Plan to manage it rather than assume it.
How much exercise does a Old Danish Pointer need?
An hour or more of proper exercise every day.
Can a Old Danish Pointer handle hot weather?
About average — use normal hot-day sense.
Leash Life keeps a Old Danish Pointer's day — walks, meals, meds, weight — in one shared feed for the whole household, and warns on the walk weather this breed can't take. Free to start.