| Origin |
France - 1800's. |
| Original Use |
Pointing, retrieving |
| Use Today |
Pointing, retrieving, companion |
| Temperament |
It is a versatile hunter as well as a likeable family dog. It is devoted, loving, and willing to please. It is sensitive and obedient. |
| Acceptance of: |
Other Dogs - Good |
| Other Pets - Good |
| Strangers - Good |
| Children - Good
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| Watchdog Ability |
Excellent |
| Guard dog Ability |
Average |
| Ease of Training |
Good |
| Living Conditions |
It can live outdoors in moderate climates, but is just as happy to live indoors with its family. |
| Exercise |
Requires a lot of exercise on a daily basis. |
| Coat |
It has a distinguishing two layered coat. The outer coat is of medium length, straight, harsh and wiry. The water resistant undercoat is fine and dense, and lighter in color. |
| Grooming |
Requires brushing once or twice a week. |
| Colors |
It comes in a variety of colors, the most common is steel gray with brown markings. Other colorings include white and brown, and white and orange. |
| Height and Weight |
Ideal weight is 50 to 60 pounds (22.7 to 27.2kg) while the ideal height is 20 to 24 inches (50.8 to 61 cm). Variations may occur in individual animals. |
| Life Expectancy |
12 to 14 years. |
| Group |
The AKC places Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dog in the sporting group. |
