No need to comment on the hunting aspect, get a good bloodline if you're looking for a pointer.
Just about any dog can be trained to hunt, even a pitbull breed. You may even get the field to yourself if other hunters see one coming
The rest is up to you. Heavy socialization to me is key - kids, adults, other dogs, cats etc. Keep any dog locked in a cage all day, never really take it out, you'll reap what you sew.
My minpin is getting great prey drive, can't wait to get him on mice.
Was in a pet store yesterday, brought him over to check out the rodents, he's at the glass growling wanting to attack. A lady that worked there came over, she says you need to train your dog better. My response? I am training him
But he has an off switch that I didn't train. Already called him off 3 rabbits when he was off leash.