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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Korthals)
Large Breed
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is noble in appearance with a characteristic expression of firmness and assurance. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quick and intelligent.
Breed standards
Country of origin
France
Weight
Males 27kg / 60lbs;
Females 23kg / 50lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 55-60cm / 21.75-23.5in;
Females 50-55cm / 19.75-21.75in (standards may vary)
Coat
Wiry coat
Markings
Preferably steel grey shade or brown/liver. White and brown, and white and orange are also permissible.
Markings: Brown/liver patches on steel-grey dogs. Frequently a mixture of brown/liver and white hairs
Lifespan
Average, 10-12 years
Among the breed's many talents are hunting, tracking, retrieving, pointing and watchdog. Outgoing, willing to please, devoted and affectionate, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon makes a superior companion dog and family pet.
Temperament
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is highly intelligent, and a quick, keen hunter. Energetic, yet loving and gentle, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is good with all the family. Always willing to please, trustworthy and devoted to his owner, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon makes a superb family companion dog.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are magnificent, strongly built, excellent hunting dogs with highly protective, dense coats. They are gentle with children.
- Makes a wonderful companion
- Excels as a watchdog and guardian
- Little grooming is needed
- Good for novice owners
- An excellent jogging companion
- A very light shedder
- Moderate trimming or stripping needed
- Requires a lot of exercise
- Requires sufficient physical activity and mental stimulation
- Not suitable for apartment living