The Burgos Pointer ( es, Perdiguero de Burgos), also called the Burgalese Pointer, is a breed of

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native to

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. Originating from Castile, especially in the

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, this hardy breed is used for hunting and has some outstanding features for small game.

History and origin of the breed

The breed dates back to the 16th century and originates in the Castilian plateau, which is very widespread. It is very probable that the breed participated in the creation of other races of this group. The breed is believed to have descended from a mix of the

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and the Pachón Navarro (also known as the Perros de Punta Ibericos).

Description

The figure of the Burgos Pointer is perhaps not so style crystallized as other breeds in their group (such as the

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), but conveys a clear sense of robustness thanks to its port square. Things to note are their long ears and two folded sheets in the form of double chin. The tail is usually cut off a third of its original length. Colour: It has two color variations: one where the basic color is stained and/or combined with other brown and brown, where the basic color is brown which is, in this case, white spotted. Coat: The fur is short, bushy and smooth. Height: Males from and females from . Weight: .

Care

If kept in its natural environment of care that requests are rare, given its perfect adaptation to its environment. Like so many other breeds of

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require daily exercise and large doses of wide open spaces where they run.

Temperament

It is a gentle, quiet dog, and is rarely startled. It does not do well in urban environments.

Training

It is intelligent and learns easily it comes to hunting.

Utility

Like many other breeds of this group, this is a dog hunter, used exclusively in countryside environments. It's used for both hunting hare ( rabbits,

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, etc.). and feather ( birds). It is perfect for hunting in any terrain (hard as it is) as it has excellent physical endurance and speed.

References

{{Spanish dogs FCI breeds Gundogs Pointers Rare dog breeds Dog breeds originating in Castile and León