Size
- Height
- 61–66 cm
- Weight
- 22.7–31.8 kg
Energy
Needs roughly 90 min a day. Rough estimate.
Family fit
Kids
Dogs
People
Lifespan
14.0–16.0 years
Running cost varies — see methodology.
Trait map
Eight axes that describe how this breed actually lives.
Energy
5/5
Trainability
5/5
Playfulness
4/5
Protectiveness
3/5
Barking
3/5
Good with children
3/5
Good with other dogs
3/5
Good with strangers
4/5
Compared against English Springer Spaniel
Care needs
Shedding
2/5
Grooming
2/5
Drooling
2/5
Coat length
1/5
About the German Wirehaired Pointer
Editorial copy coming soon. In the meantime, the radar above summarises the trait data we have on file.
Frequently asked
How big does a German Wirehaired Pointer get?
Adult German Wirehaired Pointers typically stand 61–66 cm at the shoulder and weigh 22.7–31.8 kg.
What's the life expectancy of a German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Wirehaired Pointers usually live 14.0–16.0 years.
Is the German Wirehaired Pointer good with children?
German Wirehaired Pointers sit mid-scale for children (3/5). Socialisation and the individual dog matter more than the breed average.
How much exercise does a German Wirehaired Pointer need?
German Wirehaired Pointers are roughly a 5/5 on our energy scale — figure on around 90 minutes a day of structured exercise as a starting point.
Is the German Wirehaired Pointer KC recognised?
Yes — the German Wirehaired Pointer is recognised by The Kennel Club.
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