GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER

This is a very old breed, developed for several hunting modalities. During the XIX century, it reached great popularity as hunting gained more fans as a sport. In its origin the griffon, the German shorthaired pointer and the British pointer had a place.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER
The fur is hard, with a wire type structure, impermeable and abundant, with a dense and woolly undercoat. Its fur’s length is 3 to 5 cm and the colors are liver red and white, admitting some varieties within the same bases. It is medium sized, 60 to 68 cm in males and 57 to 64 cm in females. The body is solid, muscular and with an upright stance. The head is well proportioned, the nose is much pigmented, the eyes are dark and lively and the ears, high inserted, are medium sized and with a smooth structure.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER
In its temperament stand out, besides the energy, the total absence of nerves, aggressiveness and a noticeable confidence. It should be trained since it is a puppy, for chosen sports as well as for family life adaptation, which it fulfills with evident liking and affection demonstrations, especially towards its immediate owner.

Appropriate for every type of hunting, it is known for its fur, resistant to any weather inclemency.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a GERMAN WIREHAIRED POINTER
The wire fur requires special treatment with a hard bristle brush. A balanced diet and plenty of exercise will guaranty the dog’s good shape.