I have had 2 GLP,one I bought here,(in Canada) and one from Holland.They are an excellent duck hunting dog,if you train them like a retriever to get the basics in.Dont expect them to line,like a retriever,but,they will get what you shoot.They are an excellent universal hunting dog,that is personable,pliant,and tractable.How can I say that?I had the only Dual Champion GLP(show and field)in Canada, where the breed is recognized, and my dog and I did that,by the time he was 2, as an amateur.
Be very selective when you select the dog,as you want one that looks for you,and is aware of you...not a horizon buster.They are a super family dog.Often I would use a lab as a partner dog,to allow the pointer to dig for birds(upland).Yes,you can find a few good pointer type labs,but ,it is so much easier to get a good GLP to that state.My approach was to train them in basic retrieving,first,then ,using the table,like Bodo Winterhelt used,bring up the natural pointing skills.Good luck with them.By the way Eric Eriksmoen,has worked very hard,to get them certified in NAVHDA,since the USA AKC did not recognize the breed(there are so few of them).