Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a rugged, people-oriented hunting dog known for its keen nose and all-purpose field skills. Developed in 19th-century Europe by Eduard Korthals, the breed was designed to point, retrieve, and track on both land and water. Griffons are affectionate family companions with a distinctive scruffy coat and a hardworking, eager spirit.
Size
Medium
Weight
16–32 kg
Height
50–61 cm
Lifespan
12–14 years
Characteristics
Energy Level
Grooming
Shedding
Trainability
Barking
Compatibility
✓
Kids
✓
Other Dogs
✓
Strangers
✗
Apartments
✗
First-time Owners
Common Health Issues
- • hip dysplasia
- • progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
- • ear infections
- • hypothyroidism