BEES KNEES,
Not sure who has 7 dogs and hunts 2 days. All dogs are different in some ways, even those of the same breed. The only lazy dog I have is 14 but still goes out and hunts. She can't move like she used to but still knows how to find a bird and retieve. A hunting dog is what you make of it. I have a male that I feild trial, Hunt wild birds and hunt waterfowl. I even track a wounded animal now and again with him. He can go from a 300 yard dog (feild trials) to a 60 yard dog (wild) or set in a blind. Granted, not all of mine can do this but there is both ends of the spectrum. Yes, they are both house dogs. Both are well mannered. maybe I don't understand your bottom but when I go Chukar hunting my dogs have to go all day long, up and down big hills. This is no means a my dog is better than yours. I am fortunate to hunt with other breeds as well and enjoy good dog work. I have had various dogs through out my life and decided on the Wirehairs. They are not for everyone but they are for me. If I had to start over again I would probably go with the Itallion Spinones but thats another long post.

ROBKONG
Go see the parents work if possible and if they have referances you can check some of those out. No matter what, you have a starting point with your new pup. How you train it and what you teach it are up to you. Be consistant and keep it fun.
GOOD LUCK
WYOWIRES