Trained Cold Weather Pointer

[Rick Roemer]

I love English Setters, will always have at least one in my home. I think Griffs or Drahts are more cold weather suited. I’ve never owned a lab, But friends swear by them. Setters can definitely take cold weather. I take mine in all cold temps etc ducks. Ducks and swimming in cold water is very different than cold on land.

[Wilmurt]

IMO. Pointing labs are a bastardization of the breed (same with Silver labs). Today's hunting dogs are purpose bred with 100+ years of development to refine each of their breeds hunting traits. It is not natural for a Lab to point. You want a pointing dog (including versatile dogs) for cold weather there are many to choose from. You want a flushing/retrieving breed there are many to pick from too. In the end your dog will be more of a companion than a hunter. So stay true to the breed you pick.