German Wirehaired Pointer

German Wirehaired Pointer
Sporting
A German Wirehaired Pointer stands on display in a show ring with a group of spectators seated in the background.

Meet the German Wirehaired Pointer

The German wirehaired pointer was developed in Germany at the end of the 19th century. This is a rough-coated, all-purpose dog that can find both fur and feather, work in rugged terrain, retrieve on land and in water and blood track wounded game. At home, the same dog is a devoted companion and the protector of home and hearth. They are very people-oriented and thrive on attention and direction from their families. Despite their strong-willed temperaments, they are cooperative in the field, enthusiastic participants in other performance events, and loyal friends.

Breed Group:

Sporting

Breed Personality:

Smart, Energetic, Outgoing, Playful

Breed Specifics

Max Life Expectancy
(years): 16
Max Height
(inches): 26
Max Weight
(lbs): 70

Main Breed Characteristics

Good with Children (3/5)
Good with Other Dogs (3/5)
Shedding (2/5)
Grooming Needs (2/5)
Coat Length (1/5)
Good with Strangers (4/5)
Playfulness (4/5)
Protectiveness (3/5)
Trainability (5/5)
Energy Level (5/5)
Barking Level (3/5)

Breed Variations

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