Large Munsterlander Dog Breed Information

Posted on Aug 25, 2019, Modified : Jan 26, 2020 Zina

Large Munsterlander health, puppies, facts

Breeds

Country of Origin	Germany
Nicknames and Other Names	Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund Großer Münsterländer
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Gun Dogs, Sporting
Bred For	Hunting both on land and water
Size	Medium to Large-Sized
Recognized By	FCI, APRI, ACR, DRA, KDGB, LMCNA, CKC, NKC, ANKC
Life Span	12-13 Years
Ideal Weight	Male: 24-26 Inches Female: 23-25 Inches
Ideal Height	51-71 Pounds (male and female)
Fur Type	Medium to long length, Short and Smooth hair on the head, legs, tail, ears
Common Colors	Solid Black head, Blue Roan, White Blaze
Markings	White body with Black Patches
Availability	Moderately Available
Achievements	None
Suitable for Apartments	No
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Small Munsterlander

The Large Munsterlander is a medium to the large-sized dog breed that is also known as Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund, Großer Münsterländer. It is one of the three versatile hunting dogs breeds among German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander.

Although the name Large Munsterlander sounds little stranger, it is a beautiful breed with medium length, silky, beautiful coat. It is a very talented hunter but is very gentle with its family. So, it is one of the best breeds if you are looking for both hunting and companion dog.

History and Origin

The Large Munsterlander was originated in the Munster, Germany. It was bred as a versatile hunting dog that used to hunt both on land and water. Its ancestor was the German Longhaired Pointer that was crossed with various Spaniel.

At the time of World War II, this breed nearly got extinct but it was revived after the war. In 1966, it was brought in the United States by Kurt von Kleist.

The United Kennel Club recognized Large Munsterlander in 2006. The American Kennel Club has not yet recognized this breed.

Temperament, Behavior, and Personality

Temperament: The temperament of the Large Munsterlander is docile, cheerful, and loving. They make an excellent family companion due to their friendly and gentle nature. They form a strong bond with its people and bond closest with its master.

Behavior: The Large Munsterlander is happy when they have a job to do and if they are not given any activities to do, they become destructive. They also have a high instinct to carry things in their mouth as a retriever. They will pick up the fallen stuff and you can rain them to clean the house as well!

Personality: The personality of the Large Munsterlander is a friendly, independent, and intelligent. They are suspicious of strangers and will bark to warn their owner at their presence but they are not aggressive. So, they also make a good watchdog for a family.

Large Munsterlander retrieving a bird.
Image Source: www.largemunsterlander.org

Trainability

Training Large Munsterlander is not for a novice owner as it needs an experienced leader who knows its temperament. It is a smart dog that is not hard to train for an experienced master. Do not repeat the same stuff and challenge their mind with a variety of tricks and commands.

Use positive reinforcement of training as the source of motivation and encouragement. Do not be harsh on them even if they make some mistakes. Teach them gently and with firmness.

Is Large Munsterlander Child-Friendly?

Large Munsterlander gets along with kids very well, so they are suitable at homes with kids. They are playful and energetic that makes them excellent playmates for children.

Although they have a friendly nature around kids, their interaction should be supervised so there is no harsh behavior from either party.

A baby and Large Munsterlander hanginng.
Image Source: Instagram-@ odette_aleksandra

Facts

Large Munsterlander is a gundog that can hunt, point, and retrieve.
It first gained recognition in the Munsterland of northwestern Germany in the early 1900s.

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Hip Dysplasia, Bloat, Skin Irritation, Ear Infection, Osteochondrosis, Cataracts
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis
Shedding	Moderate Shedder
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Average Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average to High
Separation Anxiety	Moderate Chance
Allergies	Skin Allergies
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 25% Fat: 8% Digestive Enzymes Antioxidants Multivitamins

Large Munsterlander can face the following canine health problem:

Hip Dysplasia: It is a condition that is a genetic problem. It is caused due to dislocation or underdevelopment of the hip joints. There is pain on the back of your dog causing it difficult to move from one place to another. So, before buying a puppy from a breeder, check for its parent’s health problem.
Ear Infection: It is caused due to the bacteria or yeast that are trapped in the ears. So, it is necessary to clean your dog’s ear so there are no chances of it getting any ear infection. If it is not treated in time, it will cause pain in your dog’s ear.