German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs

Fast Facts & Guide to German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the German Wirehaired Pointer.

German Wirehaired Pointer Guide and Fact File

Height: Male 24-26 inches / Female 22-24 inches                  Weight: 27-32 kg

Size of Dog: The German Wirehaired Pointer is a large sized dog

Breed Type and Dog Group: Pointer belonging to the Sporting Group of Dogs

Country of Origin of the Breed: The German Wirehaired Pointer originated in Germany

Exercise Needs: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires high amounts of exercise

Coat Type: The German Wirehaired Pointer has a straight, wiry, weather-proof coat

Shedding hairs: The German Wirehaired Pointer sheds lightly all year round

Grooming needs: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires minimal grooming

Training a German Wirehaired Pointer (Trainability): This breed is fairly easy to train

Other Names of German Wirehaired Pointer: Deutscher, Vorstehund, Drahthaariger, Drahthaar

German Wirehaired Pointer Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 12 - 14 years

Number of puppies per litter: The litter size of the German Wirehaired Pointer is 6-10 puppies

Temperament / Behaviour: Faithful, Energetic, Dedicated, Eager, Loving and Enthusiastic

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our German Wirehaired Pointer puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female German Wirehaired Pointer dog names, illness and health problems.

Summary of German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs

German Wirehaired Pointer puppies and dogs are very loyal and faithful towards their owners. This breed of puppy and dog loves the interaction and company of humans. It should be socialized from a young age to ensure that it takes well to strangers and not just its owners. This is a loving breed that shows affection. Dogs and puppies have courageous and strong characters. Their personalities are very enthusiastic and they are eager to please. This breed is very active and energetic, and it is very important for their all-round health and well-being that they are given plenty of daily exercise and activity. The German Wirehaired Pointer has a short, straight, wiry coat that doesn't require too much grooming. The coat should be brushed on a weekly basis and the puppy or dog should be bathed as and when necessary, for example, if they become dirty or smelly.

Choosing German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs as Pets

German Wirehaired Pointer puppies grow into medium sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a German Wirehaired Pointer puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder who will provide health clearances for any puppy that you might be interested in buying. The German Wirehaired Pointer can develop hereditary disorders (see Health Issues link for more info.) therefore, it is important to gain information regarding the health history and background of the puppy. This loving breed of puppy and dog is intelligent and can be trained easily. It has a versatile personality and can adapt very well to family life with the right training. This isn't a solitary pet and any prospective owner should take this into consideration as caring for the German Wirehaired Pointer can take up a fair amount of time.

German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies and Dogs