93% Compatible
Their unique speckled coat pattern, called 'belton,' is a trademark feature that only appears after birth.
Named after a camp follower who helped establish the breed, making it one of few dogs named after a person.
Developed in England during the 1800s for hunting game birds, these dogs excelled at 'setting' or crouching low when locating birds, allowing hunters to cast nets over the game.
Developed in Germany during the 1940s as companion dogs, stemming from a mascot dog named 'Original Peter' found by American troops during World War II.
Regular grooming needed for coat maintenance. High exercise requirements must be met daily. Health screening for breed-specific issues recommended.
Regular grooming needed for both coat varieties. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. May display sensitivity to harsh training methods.