How to Train your OLD DANISH POINTING DOG

Training Your Old Danish Pointing Dog

The Gammel Dansk Hønsehund is a robust, highly intelligent, and deeply devoted pointing dog. They are sensitive, eager to please, and highly trainable.

Key Training Tips:

• Gentle Motivation: Despite their robust appearance, they are sensitive to their handler’s mood. Use enthusiastic praise and positive reinforcement exclusively.
• Field Training: They possess phenomenal natural hunting instincts. Engage them in scent work, tracking, and retrieving to satisfy their genetic drive.

They are calm, highly devoted family dogs when their massive exercise needs are met.