One of the most adored of all the Sporting Group breeds, the German Shorthaired Pointer makes both an excellent field dog and a loving home pet. The owner who likes to spend a day in the field with his entire family will find that the breed can quickly go from relaxing next to them on the couch to an active day that is centered around hunting game. The Pointer is also known to make an excellent watchdog with an ability to easily figure out who is allowed in the house and who may pose a danger.