Libro Razas Españolas

Navarra Pointing Dog Researchers and hunting tradition usually coincide that the Iberian Peninsula was the cradle of the castes that served as basis to select pointing dog breeds in different countries. Navarra Pointing Dogs belong to that old Spanish ethnic group that, instinctively, stop in front of the presence of hidden game and "points" the hunter the place where it is hidden. This special characteristic was firstly used in the practice of falconry, later in the hunting with crossbow and finally, in the hunting with firearms. This kind of hunting is perfectly detailed in books written by well-known worldwide authors such as Martínez del Espinar and its particular appearance has been portrayed by very diverse artists among those it enhances the brilliant Francisco de Goya. Spanish Pointing Dogs acquired great popularity and renown, above all, in 19th and beginning of 20th century, giving them different names according to the different regions (Navarra Pointing Dog, Pointing Dog of Vitoria, Ca de Me or Mallorca Pointing Dog, etc.). The picture of these dogs, strong and a bit heavy, corresponds to the image of "Old Spanish Pointer" that English people know as the base on which they selected their breed, English Pointer. Currently, there is already a high number of hunters in Spain that use the Navarra Pointing Dog as partner, appreciating above all its intelligence and balance: willingness to work close to its owner, paused and methodical rhythm in searching and a great courage and tenacity in hard lands with all kinds of game. Las razas caninas españolas - Spanish canine breeds 280