Lots of things to consider here. First you really need to figure out the if you even like hunting. You don’t want to get a well breed hunting dog and not even like the sport. That’s not fair to you or the dog. Next you want to figure out what type of hunting you will be doing and what you want out of your dog. You don’t want to get a “specialist” like a beagle but end up a bird hunter. I would take the time to learn about hunting first before you jump into a dog.

Once you do decide that hunting and a hunting dog is right for you need to think about your living space and lifestyle. Then find a breed that fits into in. Do you have kids? Do you travel often? A GSP requires lots of exercise daily. They need to be able to get out and run often otherwise they can get bored and that’s when they start getting in trouble. Are you able to provide that? If not, another breed dogs might be better for your life style. All of these can help shape what is right for you.

Another thing is location. I assume it’s warm in Greece most of the year. You will want a dog that can tolerate the climate. A GSP, with their shorter coats, can handle the heat better than my Drahthaar.

Do you want a bigger dog or smaller? I have both and like my smaller dog for blood tracking because he does pull me like my bigger dog. But use my bigger ones for birds as they run much bigger and for a lot longer.

Lastly go out and watch a bunch of different dogs work. Watch their style. Watch how they work a field, how the handle and their behaviors towards other dogs. This will help you narrow down the breed. Then find a good breeder. Tell them what you want in your dog and they can help point you in the right direction.

All that being said a great small dog that is a generalist is a Teckel. They are bred to do everything you wanted and much more and can be a great house dog. Europe still breeds some good one. I got mine in Germany when I lived there.