German Wirehaired Pointer
Also called Deutsch Drahthaar, Drahthaar and German Drahthaar
- Great with kids
- Needs space
- Needs lots of exercise
The German Wirehaired Pointer is a strong, medium-sized breed that originated in Germany in the late 19th century. They are a versatile hunting breed, able to work in all sorts of terrain, from water to mountains. They have a wiry coat that is dense and weather-resistant, and with a distinctive facial mask. They are an active breed, with a lot of energy and an eagerness to please. They are loyal and make good family companions.
- Weight
- 44–71 lb (20–32 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 22–26 in (56–66 cm)
- Life span
- 12–14 years
- Exercise
- About 90 minutes a day
- Coat
- Medium, Wire
- Origin
- Germany (late 19th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: Good with children
- Other dogs: OK with other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Very energetic
- Apartment living: Not suited to apartments
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Regular brushing
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Aloof with strangers
Determined
Eager to please
Energetic
Intelligent
Loyal
Coat colours
Liver, liver and white and liver roan
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 55–71 lb (25–32 kg) | 44–60 lb (20–27 kg) |
| Height | 24–26 in (61–66 cm) | 22–24 in (56–61 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
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Sources
- Official Standard for the German Wirehaired Pointer (AKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Standards: German Wirehaired Pointer (UKC) (opens in a new tab)
- Breed Information – German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America (opens in a new tab)
- German Wirehaired Pointer Dog Breed Information (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).