Large Münsterländer
大明斯特蘭德犬
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At a glance
The Large Münsterländer is a German versatile gundog required to work in field, forest and water, both before and after the shot, and is placed by the FCI among the continental pointing dogs of spaniel type. It is strongly muscled yet racy, with a long, dense, sleek coat that is well feathered on the legs and tail, and a head that is always black. Males stand 60–65 cm and females 58–63 cm on average, and the standard gives an approximate weight of 30 kg.
Facts
| Size | Large |
|---|---|
| Height | 58–65cm |
| Weight | 30kg |
| Breed group | FCI: 7 |
| Role | Sporting |
| Coat | Long coat |
Health
This page is general information compiled from published sources. It is not veterinary, legal or purchase advice. Dogs vary within a breed — talk to a vet or a reputable breeder about the dog in front of you.
Health notes are not veterinary advice. Conditions listed are those reported for the breed, not a diagnosis of any dog. Always consult a veterinarian.
Hyperuricosuria (HUU)
The Kennel Club (UK) lists hyperuricosuria (HUU) as the DNA test available for this breed. This is informational only — ask your breeder whether the parents were DNA tested, and ask your vet what screening is appropriate.
Behaviour
Tractable and easily taught, lively without nerves
The FCI standard's Behaviour / Temperament section states that the most important qualities are to be tractable and easily taught, dependable for use as a gundog and in particular after the shot, with a lively temperament without being nervous.
Official guidance
Summaries of official documents are ours; the source is linked. Breed standards, laws and licensing rules change — check the issuing body for the current version.
FCI nomenclature — Large Munsterlander (standard no. 118, group 7)
FCI nomenclature entry for the Large Munsterlander, with the official breed standard in English, French, German and Spanish.
Read the sourceAccessed 2026-09-09
Sources
- [1]Large Munsterlander — FCI nomenclature entry (standard no. 118, group 7) — Fédération Cynologique Internationale (Accessed 2026-09-09)
- [2]FCI-Standard N° 118 — Large Munsterlander, 29.10.2013 (English) — Fédération Cynologique Internationale (Accessed 2026-09-09)
- [3]DNA Testing Services — Large Munsterlander — The Kennel Club (Accessed 2026-09-09)
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