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GERMAN
WIREHAIRED POINTER
Characteristics,
care, health & breeder listings below.


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AKC
Height: Ideally,
males 24 to 26 inches at the withers. Bitches are smaller but not
under 22 inches.
Color: liver
and white. |
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Requirements: German
Wirehaired Pointers need a fenced yard with lots of room to run and
play. They enjoy playing games of fetch with their owners. Weekly
brushing will help to control moderate shedding. |
 | Temperament:
German
Wirehaired Pointers are people-oriented dogs. They enjoy being a
part of the family and are good with children. |
 | Health
(Health Dictionary click here) Health
problems that can affect the breed include hip dysplasia, epilepsy,
and thyroid disorders. The average lifespan is 12 years. |
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Rescue
/ German Wirehaired Pointer breeders
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German
Wirehaired Pointer Club of America, Inc.
www.gwpca.com
Photos:
left:
"Gunnar" right: pup on point
Owner:
Jack and Laura Myles, Inverness Kennels
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Wirehaired Pointer New
Puppy Essentials
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