German Shorthaired Pointer Club of Virginia

12/01/2025

We have a member that needs some good advice. Here is her question.

Hi, messaging for some advice, feel free to copy and paste and share with group. I really need some insight.

I have two neutered males, had one first then foster failed another, since having a baby last year the foster fail has attacked the other male on multiple occasions. We had a trainer come to the home and we eliminated letting the foster fail into our bedroom, and established the submissive one as priority at their suggestion (let him into the house first, make him go first for meals but feed them separately). At first it worked, but it is not working anymore. Has anyone else experienced this? I had them together for two years, no issues. The foster fail is dominant, and we avoid dog parks because if he gets hu**ed he will retaliate and get in a fight. He never starts fights with other dogs but will stand up for himself and it can get scary. I try to avoid other large males for him. My first dog is naturally submissive, but my foster fail is bullying him, scaring him, and starting the fights. The dog trainer said sometimes there is no fix and some dogs require to live in a single dog household. I don’t want to believe that. Any tips, advice? He is a part of our family and I love him to death, but I worry about a fight happening and my 1 year old getting caught in the cross fire. Please help me.

11/25/2025

If interested, please reach out to the owner.

I’m looking for a loving home for my dog Sunny as I’m moving and can’t bring her with me. She’s a German Shorthair Pointer, turning 7 next year. She’s high-energy when it’s time to play or run, but she also loves to chill and snuggle under blankets. She’s perfectly potty trained, very sweet, can stay home alone for several hours without any issues and does amazing with kids any age!

She does take daily medication, but she’s good about it and it’s part of her routine. She’d do best with someone who can take her to the dog park or give her a chance to run a bit each day, and then she’s happy to relax and hang out. If you or someone you know might be interested, please let me know 🧡

Richmond VA or Waynesboro VA

Contact: text Vanessa at
8045162205

(This is really hard for me and I’m so sad and just want to find her a kind and safe home 😭)

09/01/2025

A member has a question about boarding recommendations in Virginia.

Hi There,
Can anyone recommend any sitters or boarding places for GSPs in the Virginia area? Photo of our intact, 2 year old boy Gibbs for attention.
Thanks in advanced!

06/18/2025

There are two GSP pups in the Fluvanna, Va. animal shelter that are in desperate need of a home. They will not do well in that type of environment.
Please consider adding one or both to your home. ❤️
Click on the links and it will direct you to each dog.
https://www.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/FLVA-A-52531

https://www.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/FLVA-A-52532

Check out Davey or one of the other animals for adoption at Fluvanna SPCA

03/23/2025

Hey everyone! We have a member with a question. Feel free to make suggestions. Here is the request:

Hi- I would love to know what others with GSPs think is a good wireless fence system. I have looked into Halo a little bit but don’t know what others like best. Thanks 🙂

02/11/2025

Beautiful! ❤️

Congratulations to Kim Abbott and her dog, Brisby, GCHS CH TRF Coldwater's Ain'T My First Rodeo for winning Best of Breed at Westminster Kennel Club this morning! Root them on when it comes to the Sporting Group tonight. Groups start at 4:30pm PST!

UPDATE! Kim and Brisby made the cut to the final 8! Congratulations!

08/29/2024

I have not vetted this kennel, so please do your homework and research and make an educated decision. I am simply sharing at the request of a member. These are located in Nathalie, Va.
Please contact the number in the photo.

06/26/2024

Please consider fostering.

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=881666100670370&id=100064809637878

03/29/2024

Here is a GSP that needs to be re-homed.

8 yr old GSP, fabulous bird dog needing to be rehomed due to family move to a place not conducive to GSP personality. He is crate trained and trained on e-fence. Would prefer being the only dog in family. Fine with children except occasionally forgets his size and could knock smaller child down by accident. Is not house broken as he lives on the farm and stays out all day and comes into crate at night. However, with his age would probably take to house life fine with someone patient.

Bird dogs skills include, backing other dogs, retrieve to hand and gun broke. Close range hunter.

Located in Farmville, Va.
Please contact [email protected]

03/21/2024

In the Virginia Beach area. Please contact Mid-Atlantic GSP Rescue if interested.

10/19/2022

This poor boy needs a loving home. ❤️

Ralph, our 10-year-old TN foster, is STILL looking for his forever home. The truth is, he hasn’t had ONE single application from someone within our 7-state territory (with no kids under 6, a rescue requirement). And he just can’t figure out why. He’s the best boy—super cuddly, helpful with chores, pretty chill, and overall, such a great catch.

Ralph was found as a stray, emaciated, and pulled by our rescue before being euthanized. He has been through a lot and deserves nothing but the best. If you would be willing to give Ralph the home he deserves, please read his story on his website page at: https://www.segsprescue.org/tennessee and then contact his foster mom Allison, whose email link is at the bottom of Ralph’s page.

Thank you for sharing with your senior-loving friends…

06/08/2022

If anyone can help, it would be so appreciated!