German Wirehaired Pointer Breed Information

German Wirehaired Pointer

Weight:

60-70 pounds (27-32 kg.)

Height:

Dogs 24-26 inches (60-67 cm.); Bitches 22-24 inches (56-62 cm.)

Color:

Brown roan with or without patches; Black roan, with or without patches; Brown with or without white chest patch; Light roan

Temperament:

The German Wirehaired Pointer is very affectionate, active and intelligent. Eager to learn and loyal to its family, it needs a handler who is consistent in approach. They like to be occupied and enjoy working for their owner. They are friendly with those they know, but are naturally aloof with strangers and should be socialized at an early age. Can be rather willful and they like to roam. The German Wirehaired Pointer is a good all-around gun dog, able to hunt any sort of game on any sort of terrain. Some may try to dominate other animals but most will get along well with other dogs and household animals. They make good watchdogs.

Grooming:

The coat of the German wirehaired pointer is fairly easy to maintain. Brushing once or twice a week will normally suffice, but occasional thinning or stripping is recommended, usually in the spring and fall. This breed should only be bathed when necessary, but be sure to check the ears for cleanliness on a regular basis.

Training:

The young German Wire haired Pointer can prove to be quite the challenge for the typical trainer that is constantly frustrated by the high distractibility of the dog. As such, the socialization aspect of this breed is not to be rushed even if it seems to take an extra year or so for the dog to get its head together.

Exercise:

They are more than a match for even the most active family and they should not be taken on as family pets unless they can be guaranteed plenty of vigorous exercise. If under-exercised, this breed can become restless and destructive.

Life Expectancy:

around 12 - 14 years

Litter Size:

average 7 - 8 puppies

Country of origin:

Germany

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