German Shorthaired Pointer rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

German Shorthaired Pointers and German Shorthaired Pointer crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult German Shorthaired Pointers are usually large dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Wynter, german pointer x german shepherd for adoption in Hessle

Wynter

3 years • Female • German Pointer x German Shepherd

Largelow energy
Can live with:Children
Greenleaf Animal Rescue· Hessle
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German Shorthaired Pointers across the UK right now

1 german shorthaired pointer is listed across the UK today, all with one rescue. It is female. The newest was added on 16 October 2026.

  • Greenleaf Animal Rescue at Hessle: 1 german shorthaired pointer

Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, and every dog is an individual. Read the profile, then ask the rescue about the dog’s history, what they can live with and the home they need.

German Shorthaired Pointer health and care

SizeLarge
ExerciseMore than 2 hours per day
GroomingOnce a week
Coat lengthShort
ShedsYes
LifespanOver 10 years

Common German Shorthaired Pointer health concerns

Breed-associated conditions worth asking any rescue about before you adopt. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had.

Elbow dysplasia

The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to elbow grade their dogs under the BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer →

Inherited eye conditions

The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer →

Hip dysplasia

The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Ask the rescue about a specific dog's health, and speak to your vet for individual guidance.

German Shorthaired Pointers in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue German Shorthaired Pointers are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, 1 German Shorthaired Pointer is listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder, from Greenleaf Animal Rescue. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues across the UK have German Shorthaired Pointers right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, Greenleaf Animal Rescue (at Hessle): 1. The newest was added on 16 October 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

Where can I adopt a German Shorthaired Pointer in the UK?

With the rescue that has the dog. Today the German Shorthaired Pointers on this page are with Greenleaf Animal Rescue (1). Open a profile and apply to that rescue: each one runs its own application, home check and adoption fee. We don't rehome animals ourselves.

What size is a German Shorthaired Pointer?

Large, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

How long do German Shorthaired Pointers live?

Over 10 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

How much exercise does a German Shorthaired Pointer need?

More than 2 hours per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

How much grooming does a German Shorthaired Pointer need?

Once a week, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: short. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed?

Yes: The Royal Kennel Club lists the German Shorthaired Pointer as a breed that sheds. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

What health problems do German Shorthaired Pointers have?

The Royal Kennel Club lists breeder health tests for elbow dysplasia, inherited eye conditions and hip dysplasia. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

What health tests are there for the German Shorthaired Pointer?

The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to elbow grade their dogs under the BVA/KC Elbow Dysplasia Scheme before breeding. Inherited eye conditions: The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding. The Royal Kennel Club asks German Shorthaired Pointer breeders to hip score their dogs under the BVA/KC Hip Dysplasia Scheme before breeding. Ask the rescue whether it knows of any test results for the dog or its parents. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: German Shorthaired Pointer.

Are German Shorthaired Pointers good with children?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. Today the rescues mark 1 of the 1 German Shorthaired Pointer listed in the UK as able to live with children. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue what age of children the dog could live with.

Are German Shorthaired Pointers good with cats?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 1 German Shorthaired Pointers listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with cats today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are German Shorthaired Pointers good with other dogs?

It depends on the dog, not the breed. None of the 1 German Shorthaired Pointers listed in the UK is marked by its rescue as able to live with other dogs today. Where a profile says nothing, ask the rescue.

Are there German Shorthaired Pointer crosses for adoption in the UK?

Yes: 1 listing of the 1 German Shorthaired Pointers in the UK names a cross or mix in the rescue's breed label, such as German Pointer x German Shepherd (1). Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, so read each profile.

How much does it cost to adopt a German Shorthaired Pointer in the UK?

Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there German Shorthaired Pointer puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every German Shorthaired Pointer on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "german shorthaired pointer puppies for sale", the German Shorthaired Pointers here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a German Shorthaired Pointer, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every German Shorthaired Pointer on this page is adopted for the rescue's fee, which usually covers vet work already done. Whether to buy is your choice. Adopting means the rescue can tell you what it knows about the dog's history and health before you apply. If you decide to buy, Dogs Trust's breed guides suggest talking to your vet first: they say some practices offer pre-purchase consultations on likely health conditions and rough costs.

Can I get a free German Shorthaired Pointer to a good home in the UK, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there German Shorthaired Pointer puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 1 listed in the UK is under a year old by its listed age. Puppies do get listed, so check back or look at the adults, whose rescues can tell you much more about their character.

Are there older German Shorthaired Pointers for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: none of the 1 listed in the UK is aged 7 or over by its listed age. Older German Shorthaired Pointers do come into rescue, so check back. Some rescues charge less for older dogs: Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over.

Is there a German Shorthaired Pointer rescue near me?

This page lists every German Shorthaired Pointer with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see German Shorthaired Pointers in Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Ipswich, Kendal, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northampton, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford, Peterborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Truro and Worcester. You can also search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page to see what is closest to you.

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