Their ears should be inspected and cleaned regularly for signs of infections like bad odor, redness, or tenderness. Also trimming their nails. After hunting make sure to dry him thoroughly to prevent chills. The temperament of dogs can be affected by different factors, including heredity, training, and socialization. Also trimming their nails. After hunting make sure to dry him thoroughly to prevent chills. The temperament of dogs can be affected by different factors, including heredity, training, and socialization. The German Shorthaired Pointer was developed to be a dog suited for family life, as well as a versatile hunter.