German Shorthaired Pointer stud dogs with proven field ability
A Shorthair should point, retrieve and track, on land and in water. Therefore, hunters want a sire that has proved it in tests or trials. VerifiedStuds shows each stud's titles, health clearances and fee on one profile, with an identity-verified owner behind it.
$500 to $1,500+
typical fee, while field champions cost more
5 health tests
on the GSP Club of America list
Natural, chilled, frozen
breeding methods
The first Shorthair profiles are being verified. Meanwhile, owners of tested, titled males can still claim a free Founding Stud spot.
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Lead with his hunt test, NAVHDA or field trial record, then add hips, elbows and DNA results.
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Claim this spotStud fees for Shorthairs generally run from $500 to $1,500. A health-tested hunting dog without titles often charges $500 to $1,000. However, field champions, Master Hunters, NAVHDA Versatile Champions and dual champions usually ask $1,200 to $2,500.
Treat these as market estimates, because fees are agreed privately. Hunters also swap a pick puppy for the service fairly often. For the pros and cons of each deal, read our stud fee guide.
$500 to $1,500+
Overall range: $500 to $2,500
Health-tested hunting male: $500 to $1,000
Field champion or titled versatile sire: $1,200 to $2,500
The German Shorthaired Pointer Club of America sets the list for a CHIC number, and the AKC shows it on its Sporting Group health testing page. Owners upload these results for the Verified Health badge:
Test
What we accept
Hips
OFA hip evaluation or PennHIP
Elbows
OFA elbow evaluation
Heart
Cardiac exam registered with OFA
Eyes
Exam by a board-certified ophthalmologist (ACVO)
Cone degeneration
CD DNA test for day blindness
Brucellosis
Negative test taken before the breeding
Cone degeneration causes day blindness, and the DNA test easily identifies carriers. Many breeders also test for lupoid dermatosis, a severe skin disease in the breed. In addition, ask about bloat in the family, since deep-chested dogs are at risk. Registered clearances can be searched on the OFA website.
If hip scores and DNA terms are unfamiliar, start with our health testing guides. Read the full German Shorthaired Pointer health testing guide.
First, read the titles. AKC hunt tests award Junior, Senior and Master Hunter. Field trials award Field Champion and Amateur Field Champion. NAVHDA, meanwhile, scores natural ability and utility on land and water. Each system proves something slightly different.
Next, match the range and pace. Horseback trial lines run big and fast, which suits open country. Foot-hunting lines work closer and check in more often. So think about how your puppy buyers hunt, and then choose the sire to fit.
Finally, consider life at home. A good Shorthair is biddable and steady in the house as well as bold in the field. Therefore, ask the owner how the dog behaves indoors, and whether his pups have been easy to train.
The AKC describes the German Shorthaired Pointer as friendly, smart and willing to please. German hunters created the breed in the 1800s as an all-purpose gun dog. Males stand 23 to 25 inches tall and weigh 55 to 70 pounds.
The breed ranked 9th in AKC registrations for 2025. It is athletic, affectionate and full of energy. Because these dogs need real exercise, good breeders place puppies carefully and choose sound, sensible sires.
Shorthairs breed naturally with little trouble. However, the top field sires are spread across the country, so chilled semen is very common. Frozen semen is popular too, because it keeps great trial dogs available for years. Each profile lists the methods and the collection fees.
Our dog artificial insemination guide explains timing and shipping. Then see how VerifiedStuds works.
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First, shortlist studs and message owners through the site to agree on dates and terms.
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Then book the stud and pay the listed fee by card at checkout.
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After that, accept the breeding terms before the booking confirms.
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Finally, the owner is paid through Stripe, and you can leave a verified review after the breeding.
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How much is a GSP stud fee?
Most owners charge $500 to $1,500. However, field champions and titled versatile dogs can ask up to $2,500.
What health tests should a German Shorthaired Pointer stud have?
The parent club list covers hips, elbows, heart, eyes and the cone degeneration DNA test. We also need a negative brucellosis test.
What do MH, FC and VC mean?
MH is an AKC Master Hunter. FC is an AKC Field Champion. VC is a NAVHDA Versatile Champion, earned at the invitational test.
What is a dual champion?
A dual champion has earned both a show championship and a field championship. Consequently, such dogs are rare and highly valued.
Are pointing breeds without a page welcome?
Yes. Any breed can be listed on VerifiedStuds.
How do I list my GSP at stud?
Create a free account, upload his titles, clearances and photos, and set your fee. Or let our team build the listing for you.
List him free while the 100 Founding Stud spots are open, or compare typical stud fees.