Large Munsterlander Dog Breed

The Large Munsterlander is a multi-purpose hunting dog whose capabilities are practically all-encompassing. They are not good for first-time dog owners and even experienced hunting dog owners may find one a challenge. They are very sensitive but can endure most all conditions and terrains, and they are great companions after a hard day of hunting.

There are not very many in the United States or outside of Germany for that matter. If you plan on getting a Large Munsterlander, you should be aware of the breed's many traits which include:

PROS

• Very friendly
• Great gun dogs
• Superior hunter
• Born to retrieve
• Highly energetic
• Exceedingly loyal
• Extremely playful
• Wonderful with kids
• Low grooming needs
• Brilliant tracking ability
• Generally low shedders
• Loves water and swimming
• Top-notch sense of smell
• Gets along well with other dogs
• One of the most intelligent breeds

CONS

• Highly dominant
• Not hypoallergenic
• Barks a lot if left alone
• Loves to jump on people
• Tends to be overly protective
• Becomes destructive when bored
• Susceptible to obesity as adults
• Twice annual blowout can be messy
• Not good with small non-canine pets
• Extremely boisterous for first 2-3 years
• Requires a great amount of daily exercise
• Early and firm obedience training is a necessity

This breed is a medium-sized hunting dog whose many abilities are treasured. There is probably more Large Munsterlander information available than there is the chance to come across one of these dogs. They are lithe, spritely and sturdy, and they have long been carefully bred to remain calm in the field. This dog demands to work, and they are very good at most whatever they are tasked to do-- which also means they are best with an experienced owner.

The intelligence of these dogs is very high. They are highly trainable, but experience is required as these dogs communicate a lot to those who understand their body language and vocalizations. They must be intrigued by their training because they can become easily bored. Once trained, they retain it for life.

A lot of daily exercise is required for the Large Munsterlander. This is an extremely active breed that needs a lot of exercise; hunting will give them that outlet. They have a great amount of stamina and can remain very active for long periods of time. Failing to let them burn up their energy on a daily basis can lead to bad behavior.

This highly versatile field dog is prized by hunters. The Large Munsterlander can do it all: pointing, tracking, retrieval, etc. They are independent enough to figure out things on the fly, but not so much as to refuse to obey when they get far away. They are inexhaustible, can endure most any environment (including water), and will delight in accompanying you if you spend your days biking, hiking, and running.

The Large Munsterlander temperament allows for easy training, but these dogs mature slowly. They must be trained and socialized early and for the first two to three years. The dogs' desire to be overly active while puppies must be supervised so that they don't over-exert themselves injuriously.

They bond closest with their master and they will be devoted to a family. The breed's calm attitude, love of kids and ability to get along with other dogs is no less notable. They do love to chase down small animals, but they tend to have no interest in chasing cars, bicyclists, and such things. They can quickly become destructive should they be bored, so if they are companion animals, they must have a job.

The Large Munsterlander is a healthy breed; careful management of it and those in possession of the dogs has kept it so. . Because they are very active in wild environments, you should always check their coat and large ears for burrs, ticks, and other problem-causing matter.

Some of the things that can specifically affect Large Munsterlanders are:

• Bloat
• Eye issues
• Ear infections
• Hip Dysplasia
• Skin disorders
• Skeletal conditions

Since it is a very healthy breed, these dogs tend to live about 12 to 13 years, but it is not unusual for them to be as old as 15 years.