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Group: | Sporting |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 10-12 years |
Height: | Male: 22-24 inches |
Female: 20-22 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 50-60 lbs |
Female: 45-55 lbs |
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Facts
Coat : | Outer coat is dense, straight and wiry. Undercoat is thick and smooth. |
Gait : | Free and efficient |
Color(s) : | Steel gray with brown markings, or white with brown or orange |
Living Area : | Average |
Hair Length: | Medium |
Exercise Need : | Daily long walk and jog |
Recognized By : |
(CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (NKC) National Kennel Club (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 : | Guard Dog |
Originally Used : | Hunting Dog, Water Retriever |
Other Name : | Korthals Griffon |
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Information
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Description:The origin of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lies in Germany. The breed dates back to the latter part of the 19th century. The breed is a result of dedicated breeding by a man named Eduard Kortahls, a Dutch who lived in Germany. The man owned six Griffons which he crossbred with several other breeds to develop the Wirehaired Griffon Terrier. It was primarily used for hunting small game such as fox, rabbit, badgers etc. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1887. |
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Care & Grooming:The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon sheds little hair. Its harsh and wiry double coat needs regular grooming. The coat needs to be brushed at least 3-4 times a week, and should be stripped in every 4 to 5 months. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. Its beard should be washed daily to remove any food remains. Its low hanging ears tend to accumulate dirt and moisture so special care should be taken of the ears. Its nail and the hair around eyes, ears and paws should be trimmed regularly. |
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health Problems:The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is generally a very hardy breed with some health issues like hip Dysplasia, Ear infection etc. |
Group: | Working |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 17-20 inches Female: 17-20 inches |
Weight: | Male:25-35 lbs Female: 25-35 lbs |
Color: | Black, blue, brown, fawn or red |
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