Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon | ||
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Alternative names | ||
Griffon d'arrêt à poil dur Korthals Korthals Pointing Griffon Korthals Griffon |
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Country of origin | ||
The Netherlands / France | ||
Classification and breed standards | ||
FCI: | Group 7 Section 1 #107 | Stds |
AKC: | Sporting | Stds |
CKC: | Group 1 - Sporting Dogs | Stds |
KC (UK): | Gundog | [? Stds] |
UKC: | Gun Dogs | Stds |
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a breed of dog. It is Dutch in origin, but is regarded as a French breed because a major portion of the breed's development took place in France.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is particularly adapted for swampy country, where its harsh coat is excellent protection.
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is an excellent swimmer and retriever and it loves to play in the water.
Griffons are known as intelligent, extremely eager to please, friendly dogs.
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