More: Yes he is named after Joey Tribbiani from Friends. He’s a bird dog. His breed name translates to Italian Pointer. His breed is one of the oldest Pointer breeds out there. He’s silly, sweet, loving and loyal. Come 2022 he will be eligible to compete in AKC confirmation. AKA Dog Showing. His breed will he registered under the Sporting Group. He has also made my broken heart full again.