Other names : Wirehaired Griffon.Korthals Pointing Griffon.
Native country : France
History
The French Wirehaired Pointing Griffon was developed by E. Korthals, a Dutch kennel master in Germany’s grand duchy of Hesse. Beginning in 1860, he decided to revive the old Wirehaired Griffon through selection, inbreeding, and crossbreeding. To do this, he crossed his own French and German griffons with pointers, spaniels, and the Barbet. The new breed was first shown in 1870, and the first standard was published in 1887. The French Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is recognized as a French breed by the FCI and is well-represented in France.
Description
Vigorous, hardy, and enthusiastic, the French Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a very subtle nose and can maintain a steady gallop. He is a multi-purpose pointer for all game, all types of terrain (from thickets to swampland), and any kind of weather. He is a good tracker, a firm pointer, and a good retriever. He is perfect on woodcock. Gentle, kind, and very attached to his owner, he is a good pet. However, he is strong-willed and a bit restless. He needs firm but not harsh training.
Advice
The French Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not well-suited to city life. He does not like being left alone or tied up. He needs lots of exercise every day, as well as brushing several times a week and regular attention to the ears.
Function
Hunting dog. Companion dog.
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