Dogs

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN Germany

MOST SUITED AS Field sports dog and family pet.

SIZE
The shoulder-height is 60 - 67cm ( 23 1/2 - 281/2in) for dogs and 56 - 62cm (22 - 24 1/2in) for bitches.

COAT
The rough, wire-haired coat is close and dense, with a dense undercoat. The colours are brown roan, brown with or without white, and white with a brown head and brown markings. A black roan is also permissible.

CARE REQUIRED
The hairs of the coat should be as hard as possible but must not look untidy. The hairs need to be hand-plucked occasionally - how often depends on the condition of the coat. Between such plucking sessions, brush thoroughly about once per week. This is a good chance to check the ear passages to ensure they are clean.

CHARACTER
This is an affectionate, active, and intelligent dog which is loyal to its own family, and is eager to learn, equable, vigilant, has a good nose, and can be dominant.

TRAINING
Wire-haired German Pointers learn quickly, though they need a handler who is consistent in approach. In common with the short-haired variety, they like to be occupied and they enjoy working for their handler.They are outstanding all-round field sports dogs. The Wire-haired is more dominant than the short-haired type.

SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
This breed usually gets along well with other dogs and household animals. They are normally patient with children. They are friendly with those they know but can be vigilant if necessary.

EXERCISE
The Wire-haired German Pointer is best suited to a sporty family. It gets no pleusure out of three little trots around the corner each day and needs plenty of exercise.
Most of them love swimming and retrieving. When they get enough exercise and things to keep them busy, they will be calm indoors.