German Wirehaired Pointer

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German Wirehaired Pointer Information

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Group:	Sporting
Size:	Large
Life Span:	12-14 years
Height:	Male: 24-26 inches
	Female: 22-24 inches
Weight:	Male: 65-70 lbs
	Female: 60-65 lbs

Coat :	Wiry, dense, flat and coarse in texture
Gait :	Free and smooth
Color(s) :	Solid liver or a combination liver and white
Living Area :	Average
Hair Length:	Short
Exercise Need :	Daily long walk and Jog
Recognized By :	(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) Fï¿½dï¿½ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (UKC) United Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (NKC) National Kennel Club (GWPCA) (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America
Date of Origin :	19th Century
Place of Origin :	Germany
Todays Use :	Hunting Dog, Companion Dog
Originally Used :	Hunting Dog
Other Name :	Deutsch Drahthaar, Drahthaar

The origin of the German Wirehaired Pointer lies in Germany. The origin of the breed dates back to the later part of the 19th century. It was developed by German hunters to work as a hunting breed in rugged terrain and mountainous regions. The breed is a result of crossbreeding between the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Pudelpointer, Deutscher Kurzhaar and the Stichelhaar. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1959.

The German Wirehaired Pointer is a large sized dog with a sturdy, well built frame. It has an elongated head; medium sized eyes which are oval in shape and brown in color; medium sized ears which are carried close to the head; a dark brown nose with flared nostrils; a deep and long muzzle; slightly pendulous lips which are black in color with teeth which meet in scissors bite. This breed has a docked tail which is set high. The tail is carried at the level of the back or slightly above it. It has long, slender legs with small feet. It has a wiry outercoat which is moderately dense, flat and coarse in texture, and the undercoat is dense in winter and this in summer. The coat is both water and weather resistant. The color of the coat can be solid liver or a combination liver and white.

The German Wirehaired Pointer is a loyal, people pleaser breed. It is good with kids as well as other dogs if socialized at an early age. However, caution is advised with smaller pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs etc. because of the breed’s natural hunting instincts. It is a quick learner and thus, easy to train. However, it can be restless at times. Hence, a firm and consistent approach is needed when training this breed. The German Wirehaired Pointer is reserved with strangers with a good sense of smell and sight, which makes it a good watchdog. However, being an active breed, it needs to be engaged in some sort of activity most of the time. Thus, it is not recommended for people who cannot afford to give enough time to the dog. Being a high energy breed, it is also not suited to an apartment lifestyle. It loves to roam about and therefore, needs at least an average sized yard.

The German Wirehaired Pointer is an average shedder. The coat of the dog should be brushed at least 2-3 times a week to maintain a health looking coat. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. It is prone to infections of the ear so ears should be cleaned regularly. The toenails should be clipped regularly to prevent injuries while working out.

It is a high energy breed which needs plenty of daily exercise. Long walks several times a day are necessary for emotional well being of the dog. The walks should be supplemented with jogging or running in an open area frequently to allow the dog to release its pent up energy. However, it should not be let off the leash in an unsecured area because of the dog’s innate hunting instincts.

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The German Wirehaired Pointer is prone to some health issues like Ear infections, hip Dysplasia, Skin cancer, Eye and heart problems etc.

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