Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
Other names: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Korthals Griffon, Griffon d'arrêt à poil dur Korthals
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This extravagant yet no-nonsense gun dog is a wonder to behold. Long and handsome with that rare ‘steel’-coloured coat, he is clever, kind, and people-oriented. And indeed, what human could resist those humanlike eyes – the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon seems to be the perfect human transmogrified into a peculiarly perfect doggo. With perhaps some Muppet ancestry in there too. He’s water-loving, excels at hunting, and has high exercise needs; he loves a long walk and will not shy from difficult terrain. Tire him out, and you’re guaranteed a loving and docile weird uncle of a dog when you get home.
Key facts about the Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
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Origins and history
While the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is most recently the result of 19th-century European zealots’ efforts to breed the perfect hunting dog, texts describing a very similar creature can be traced back to 500 years B.C. In the 1800s, Edward Korthals of Holland was the zealot who worked in the development of this particular brand of beast, blending griffons, spaniels, water spaniels, German and French pointers, and setters into the canine cocktail. The first ‘complete’ dogs he produced were known as Moustache I, Lina, and Querida, and are today collectively known as the “Korthals Patriarchs.”
FCI breed nomenclature
FCI Group
Group 7 - Pointing Dogs
Section
Section 1 : Continental Pointing Dogs
Physical characteristics of the Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
Adult size
Female : Between 20 and 22 in
Male : Between 22 and 24 in
Weight
Female : Between 44 and 66 lb
Male : Between 44 and 66 lb
Coat colour
Steel grey with brown patches, or brown all over; often a brown roan (brown and white mix); sometimes white and brown or white and orange.
Type of coat
Coarse, with fine, dense undercoat.
Eye colour
Dark yellow or brown.
Description
This handsome, medium-size pointer is a rustic delight. His wispy moustaches and eyebrows beneath that emo fringe make for a charming mix of dignified and deeply engaged. Considerably longer than he is tall, it can be a surprise to find such an athletic body behind that moustachioed beak; but his coat, carefully cultivated to withstand the realities of country living and working, gives way to a deep chest and vigorous legs that are ready to break into a professional gallop. As often as not, it seems the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon favours a brown head out in front of a silver or roan body. His two main modes are adventure, and love.
Good to know
A limited number of breeders produce these dogs in the UK and it may be necessary to join a waiting list.
Temperament
Behaviour of the Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
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Compatibility
Price
Between Between £650 for non KC registered dogs, and £700 for KC registered dogs. Looking after a dog of this size typically costs between £70 to £110 a month, including food, medical/insurance, and incidental expenses.
Grooming
He needs weekly brushing, regular nail clipping, and checks under the ears since those adorable love flaps can harbour infections. A professional haircut once or twice a year is also recommended.
Shedding
Moderate.
Nutrition of the Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
Good quality dog food, carefully measured across two meals each day.
Health of the Wire-haired Pointing Griffon Korthals
Life expectancy
These dogs are generally very healthy, with an average life expectancy of 13 years.
Strong / robust
This is a sturdy dog built to withstand the elements.
Withstand heat
This hard-haired dog can easily adapt to high temperatures.
Withstand cold
Very well, since his coat is designed for the outdoors, bad weather, and thick brambles.
Tendency to put on weight
His greed can lead to weight gain, especially if his meals are unbalanced and too many treats are given.
Common illnesses
- CHD
- Otitis externa
- Hip/elbow dysplasia
- Entropion/ectropion