The book tells about one of the most popular breeds of hunting dogs - the shorthaired pointer. The history of the origin and development of this breed is covered in detail. The author, an experienced expert and practical hunter, talks about how to prepare an efficient assistant, what needs to be taken into account when choosing a puppy, raising it and training it. A special part of the book is devoted to the description of specific hunts and the work of the shorthaired pointer on various hunting birds and animals. The book is intended both for those who are just planning to get themselves a four-legged hunting assistant, as well as for experienced dog breeders and expert dog handlers. For a wide range of readers.

Since its publication, Oleg Lvovich Malov’s book has become the main guide for beginning kurtshaarists. And many “bisons” are already quoting Oleg Lvovich. The electronic version of this book was kindly provided to us by the author. But in the original edition of the book you will see a large number of photographs of the author and illustrations. It is always useful to have this book on your desk.

The book was republished in 2004 and 2008. in the publishing house "Aquarium-Print" under the title "German Shorthaired Pointer. Story. Standard. Content. Breeding. Tests."