German Wirehaired Pointer Puppies

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The Happy and Athletic German Wirehaired Pointer

German Wirehaired Pointers are very athletic animals who love to run around and get out extra energy through hunting and trotting down trails. They're huge with family and are big pack dogs. These little dogs are great with young children and elderly, also, which makes them a very versatile animal to own.


German Wirehaired Pointer At a Glance

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German Wirehaired Pointer At a Glance

  • Size: 22"-26", 50-70 lbs.
  • Lifespan: 14-16 years
  • Energy Level: high
  • Coat: Short, thick, and light in color.
  • Shedding: heavy
  • Hypoallergenic: No
  • Dog Group: Sporting
  • Common Nicknames: GWP

German Wirehaired Pointer Breed Guide

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  • Temperament

    These are very happy and excitable dogs who love attention and activity. They hate sitting around or being lazy and

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  • Health

    These dogs can suffer from joint problems, cardiac issues, hip problems, and thyroid problems.

  • Activity Level

    This breed is used to hunting and sports, so they have lots of energy to expend. They're very high on the vocal lis

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  • Grooming

    These pets have thinner fur which is easy to groom, as it doesn't get too long. They are normally outside and rubbi

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  • Shedding

    These dogs are light shedders and aren't known to get their fur all over the place. It can clump pretty bad if it m

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  • Appearance

    This breed has thick and wiry fur that can appear in lighter shades of black and grey, to more whiter appearances.

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  • History

    These sporty dogs are one of the best breeds with hunting small game and birds. People used to take them out in pac

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