Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog Breed

Thinking of getting a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog and want to know if a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is suitable for your household?

Use the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon information on this website to learn more about adaptability, health issues, life span of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and more.


Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Breed Facts

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Facts

  • Name: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
  • Other Names: Korthals Griffon, Griffon D'arrêt à Poil Dur, Korthals
  • Origin: France, Netherlands
  • Breed Group: Sporting (AKC:1887)
  • Breed Type: Purebred


Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog Facts

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Information

This strong breed can cope with any terrain. It should be slightly longer than tall, of medium substance. It functions as both a retriever and pointer, and its size and conformation reflects a compromise between the requirements of these jobs. Its gait is efficient and tireless, with low, catlike strides. The coat is of medium length, straight and wiry, with a fine, downy, thick undercoat. The combination provides protection in the swampy country in which it was developed, as well as insulation from cold and water. The abundant facial furnishings contribute to its friendly expression.

The wirehaired pointing griffon is a skilled field dog, pointing and retrieving with a deliberate style, generally staying within the hunter's gun range. It combines independent action with the ability to be directed by the hunter. It is an equally adept family pet, absolutely devoted, willing to please, amiable and often comical. It is generally friendly toward strangers, other dogs and pets.

What to do if you lose your Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

If your Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Report your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. List the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Phone the nearby vets to see if anyone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

If you find a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Report the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Call the Local Council to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the pet to the local Animal Pound assigned to your area.

5. Take the animal to the local Vet Clinic who normally scan the animal’s microchip and contact the registered owner of the pet.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must contact your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.