Names
German Wire-haired Pointer
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Vorstehhund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Drahthaar |
Origin
Germany, 1800s. |
Use
Companion, Gundog |
Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12-14 years of age |
Weight & Height
40 to 65 pounds & 21 to 26 inches tall |
Known Health Problems
hip or elbow arthritis, Hip Dysplasia, Orthopedic Problems, Von Willbrand's Disease. |
Physical Description
Medium size, muscular dog that is square in shape. The eyes are brown and the nose is dark brown. The ears are rounded and medium size and drop. The tail is docked |
Temperament
Great family dogs & hard workers. Less timid then then the German shorthair & German longhair. They are easy to train and good with children |
Training
Intelligent & Eager to learn |
Living Conditions
This breed does best when they have a yard to run in |
Grooming
Wirehaired variety should be brushed twice a week. |
Exercise
To keep this breed from being mischievous, they should be given plenty of daily exercise |
Coat Texture
Rough Wirehaired coat with a dense undercoat/font> |
Coat Colors
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Liver White |
Liver |
Black White |
Black |
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Puppies
6-10 pups per litter. Require early training |
Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
American Pet Registry
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
Canadian Kennel Club
National Kennel Club |
