If you're considering welcoming a German Shorthaired Pointer into your family, you must know that your new furry friend has been bred responsibly with love and care.
In this guide, we've listed 5 breeding centres in and around Canberra to give you all the information you need to make sure you're buying your GSP puppy from the right place.
At Pets Online, we believe that all dogs deserve the best start in life, and we truly care about their health and welfare. That's why we only recommend breeders that have a reputation for breeding their pups in an affectionate family environment with the appropriate care.
Many of the breeders in this list are registered with the Australian National Kennel Council, and all of them are registered on the Australian Capital Territory breeding register.
Canawindra takes pride in being registered breeders, with a history of breeding German Shorthaired Pointers that dates back to 1972. This esteemed organization was honoured with the 'Australian German Shorthaired Pointer Breeder of the Year 2017' and 'Breeder of the Year 2019' awards by Dogz Online. At present, Canawindra has some puppies available, but interested parties are always welcome to join their waiting list.
Fourjays German Shorthaired Pointers operates as a small, yet distinguished kennel, selectively breeding German Shorthaired Pointers on an occasional basis. This careful approach prioritizes the quality of the breed over quantity, demonstrating their commitment to the preservation and betterment of this versatile breed. Each breeding event is meticulously planned and executed, ensuring the health, temperament, and characteristic traits of every Pointer raised at Fourjays. Their philosophy of quality over volume has led to the establishment of Fourjays as a trusted name within the community of German Shorthaired Pointer enthusiasts.
The average price of a German Shorthaired Pointer in Canberra is between $1,500 and $2,500. If you find ads with dogs for sale for a lot less, you may be dealing with a disreputable breeder that breeds its dogs irresponsibly.
Your dog should come with paperwork that includes details such as its date of birth, its age, whether it's male or female, the colour of the dog and the name of its registered keeper.
It's safe to buy dogs online, but you should always fully research the place where you're buying your dog from. Search for their website or Facebook page and make sure that they're fully accredited in the state in which they operate.
When buying dogs online, you should protect yourself by meeting your new pooch before you agree to buy it. You should never buy a dog from someone who won't allow you to see it in person first.