German Wirehaired Pointing Dog
Key facts about the German Wirehaired Pointing Dog
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Life expectancy :
Between 13 and 15 years
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Temperament :
Affectionate, Playful, Intelligent, Hunter
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Size :
Medium
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Type of coat :
Hard, Long
FCI Group
FCI Group
Group 7 - Pointing Dogs
Section
Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs
Physical characteristics of the German Wirehaired Pointing Dog
Adult size
| Female dog |
Between 22 and 25 in
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| Male dog |
Between 24 and 27 in
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Weight
| Female dog |
Between 55 and 66 lb
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| Male dog |
Between 55 and 66 lb
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Temperament
Affectionate
Playful
Calm
Intelligent
Hunter
Fearful / wary of strangers
Independent
Behaviour of the German Wirehaired Pointing Dog
Tolerates solitude
Easy to train / obedience
Barking
Tendency to run away
Destructive
Greedy / Gluttony
Guard dog
First dog
Lifestyle
German Wirehaired Pointing Dog in a flat
Need for exercise / Sporty
Travelling / easy to transport
Compatibility
German Wirehaired Pointing Dog and cats
German Wirehaired Pointing Dog and dogs
German Wirehaired Pointing Dog and children
German Wirehaired Pointing Dog and the elderly
Health of the German Wirehaired Pointing Dog
Strong / robust
Withstand heat
Withstand cold
Tendency to put on weight
