Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Other names Korthals Griffon, Griffon D'arrêt à Poil Dur, Korthals
Origin France, Netherlands
Breed Group Sporting (AKC:1887)Gun Dogs (UKC)
Size Medium
Type Purebred
Life span 12-14 years
Temperament GentleLoyalProudTrainableVigilantIntelligent
Height 20 - 24 inches (50 - 60 cm)
Weight 50 - 60 pounds (23 - 27 kg)
Colors Brown & GrayChestnut & Gray
Litter Size 6-9 puppies

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a breed of dog used in hunting as a gundog. It is sometimes considered to be Dutch in ancestry, due to the nationality of the breed founder, Eduard Karel Korthals.

Breed Characteristics ( points out of 5 )
Adaptability 3
Apartment Friendly 2
Barking Tendencies 3
Cat Friendly 3
Child Friendly- This is a suitable breed for kids and is known to be playful, energetic, and affectionate around them.
Dog Friendly 4
Exercise Needs 4
Health Issues 2
Hypoallergenic: Yes
Intelligence 4
Playfulness 4
Stranger Friendly 3
Trainability- Training won't require too much attention and effort, though it won't be easier than other breeds. Expect results to come gradually.
Watchdog Ability 5