Latest German Wirehaired Pointer Frequently Asked Questions:
Answer:Why feed a dog 3 times a day? Dogs in the wild have to earn their food. The only earning we do for food is a trip to the supermarket. Get your dog walked towards the evening then feed him when you get back. That way he "earns" his food, and is back to doggy instincts.
I am trying to find out all about them from someone who raises them or has owned one. Do they make good house pets? What about personality? Do you know a breeder? Thanks
Answer:I would start with the AKC http://www.akc.org/breeds/german_wirehaired_pointer/
Answer:This is the link to the German Wirehaired Pointer Breed Standard on our website. If you scroll to the bottom you will find contact details for this breed's Breed Clubs who may be able to assist you futher. http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/95
im looking for an English pointer or German smooth or wirehaired pointer ive looked on petfinder and most of the searches were mixes like the english pointer and dalmatian ,pointer x foxhound etc..... i already have 2 dogs clumber spaniel and an irish setter if i wont be albe ot find an english pointer then im going ot adopt an english or gordon setter
Answer:English Pointer Pros * Is large, sleek-coated and tautly-muscled, a true athlete * Is energetic and hard-driving, packed with energy, primarily bred to be a hunting dog * Is dignified and sweet-natured * Is usually congenial with everyone, including other animals Cons * Vigorous exercise requirements * Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young or not exercised enough * "Separation anxiety" (destructiveness and barking) when left alone too much * A distractable mind of his own -- tends to ignore calls and commands when an interesting sight or scent catches his attention * Shedding * Slowness to housebreak German Pointer Pros * Is large, tautly-muscled, and athletic * Has a sleek easy-care coat * Thrives on vigorous exercise * Makes a sensible watchdog, but is good-natured and dependable with almost everyone Cons * Vigorous exercise requirements * Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young or not exercised enough * "Separation anxiety" (destructiveness and barking) when left alone too much * Aggression toward other animals -- chasing instincts * A distractable mind of his own -- tends to ignore calls and commands when an interesting sight or scent catches his attention * Shedding * Slowness to housebreak German Wirehaired Pointer Pros * Is large, tautly-muscled, and athletic * Has a wiry coat and whiskery beard * Thrives on vigorous exercise * Is steady-tempered and dependable, but often more serious and discriminating toward strangers than his German Shorthair cousin * Makes a keen watchdog Cons * Vigorous exercise requirements * Rowdiness and exuberant jumping, especially when young or not exercised enough * "Separation anxiety" (destructiveness and barking) when left alone too much * Aggression toward other animals * Strong-willed mind of his own, requiring a confident owner who can take charge * Slowness to housebreak Please don't buy from a paper or online newspaper or website such as Pennysaver, puppy find, next day pets and dog breed info and they are puppy mill havens and backyard breeder haven.
Drahthaar and German Wirehaired Pointer?
Answer:No ,they are the same breed."Drahthaar" is just the German name for them. http://www.drahthaarusa.com/history.htm http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanwirehairedpointer.htm
