I have had GSP for close to 50 years and most have been great dogs but a couple have been not so good but were great house dogs in their own right. I have friends with English Setters and after a day of grouse hunting they spend hours combing the burrs, sticks and assorted junk out of there coats. Add in areas that have ticks (the U.P. ) and a long haired dog is a pain.
For an all around hunting dog/family companion IMHO you just can't beat a GSP. I'll never be without one even if I get to old and rickety to hunt.
