Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon

Other names : Cesky Fousek, Rough-coated Bohemian Fousek, Barbu tcheque

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Life expectancy

The Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon has a life expectancy of between 11 and 13 years

Temperament

Size

Medium

Adult size

Female Between 23 and 24 in
Male Between 24 and 26 in

Adult weight

Female Between 49 and 62 lb
Male Between 62 and 75 lb
Coat colour
Brown
Type of coat
Long
Eye colour
Brown
Good to know

The facial furnishings of the Fousek are what give the dog its distinctive look. The feathering has the appearance of bushy eyebrows and a beard.

More details about the Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon

Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon: Origins and history

A popular Pointer dog for centuries, the Fousek almost became extinct in the First World War. Since the end of that conflict breeding has been reinstated and continues to this day. The popularity of the Fousek outside of its native lands continues to rise.

FCI classification of the Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon

  • Group 7 - Pointing Dogs

  • Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs

Training a Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon

The Fousek is easy to train. However training must be done properly and consistently; at all times the trainer must make an effort to hold the attention of the Fousek.

Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon: Purchase price

We do not have enough data to set an average price for a Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon. You’re also looking at between £180 to £210 per month to care for this dog.

Name ideas for a Bohemian Wire-haired Pointing Griffon

  • Nani
  • Iffy
  • Olaf
  • Victor
  • Elsa
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