German Wirehaired Pointer
Sporting Group
Height at Shoulders
Females 22-25 in, Males 24-27 in
Weight
50-70 lbs
Life Expectancy
14-16 yrs
History
The German Wirehaired Pointer originated in Germany in the late 1800's during which time wirehaired pointing dogs were all the rage. They were bred to be extremely versatile as hunters wanted a dog that could work with one person or a group of people, hunt both birds and mammals, retrieve game birds from frigid water, be able to track wounded game, work in all weather conditions and terrains, and function as both a watchdog and a companion dog. This was a tall order to fill, but the German Wirehaired Pointer was able to fill it.
Breed Characteristics
While not all German Wirehaired Pointers share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Energy Level
Sensitivity
Noise Level
Prey Drive
Shedding
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Intelligence
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Affection Towards Family
★★★★★
Friendliness Towards Strangers
★★☆☆☆
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
★★★☆☆
Exercise Needs
★★★★★
Energy Level
★★★★★
Sensitivity
★★★★☆
Noise Level
★★★☆☆
Prey Drive
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Shedding
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Common Traits
Very affectionate and like to be the center of attention
Known to wander and be possessive of toys and people
Eager to please but also can be a bit independent
Can be very destructive if bored or left alone for long
Favorite activities include swimming, retrieving, and performing a job
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