German Wirehaired Sprointer

Dog Breed Profile

German Wirehaired Sprointer History

The German Wirehaired Pointer or shorthaired pointer (Deutsche Wölberwirehaired Pointer) is a medium-sized breed of gundog in the pointing-dog family. It is also known as the Shorthair Pointer, the German Longhaired Pointer and the Thuringian. It is one of four varieties of the Weimaraner, the other three being the long-haired variety, the long-hair/medium-haired mixed-breed variant, and the smooth-haired or “rough” variety.

Time of Origin

Unknown

Country of Origin

United States Of America

Ancestry

German Wirehaired Pointer, English Springer Spaniel

German Wirehaired Sprointer Physical Characteristics

The German Wirehaired Pointer is a medium-sized hunting breed that is typically 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulders. They have long, slender, muscular bodies with short, wiry coats and broad chests. Their heads are long and slim with a wide muzzle. Their eyes are typically dark in color and they have an extremely keen sense of smell.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black, Brown

Coat Colors

White, Brown, Black, Pied

Height Range

Male Height Range: 20 – 26 inches

Female Height Range: 20 – 22 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 50 – 70 lbs

Female Weight Range: 50 – 60 lbs

German Wirehaired Sprointer Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

12-16 yrs

German Wirehaired Sprointer Health Concerns

Retinal Dysplasia, Seborrhea, Hip Dysplasia, Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency, Entropion, Ectropion, Progressive Retinal Atrophy, Cataracts, Diabetes, Skin Fold Dermatitis, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, Corneal Dystrophy, Cutaneous Asthenia

German Wirehaired Sprointer Temperament and Behaviour

The German Wirehaired Pointer is an energetic and athletic breed that is highly intelligent, strong and brave. They are a high-energy and high-maintenance breed that requires a lot of exercise and time outdoors. They are playful and mischievous, but are also known to be extremely gentle and loving. They are often protective and make good watchdogs.

German Wirehaired Sprointer Activity Requirements

German Wirehaired Pointers were bred as hunting and tracking dogs. They are a medium-sized, high-energy dog that loves to play and exercise. A daily walk is a good way to keep your German Wirehaired Pointer happy and healthy. They love to play, and their energy can be channeled into training or playing with toys. While they are often happy living in apartments, they do need regular exercise. If you live in an apartment and are interested in a German Wirehaired Pointer, be sure you have a safe place for them to run.