Affectionate, Eager, Enthusiastic
Standing as high as 26 inches at the shoulder, GWPs are a bit taller and heavier than their close relative, the German Shorthaired Pointer. GWPs are balanced, well muscled, resilient, agile, and generally built to beat the bushes all day long without tiring. The harsh wire coat p…
Energy
100%
Shedding
80%
Trainability
100%
Grooming
40%
Friendliness
40%
Coat Type
Wire coat
Weekly Brushing
dog food
Best overall large breed food — consistent quality at a fair price…
toys
The #1 chew toy for heavy chewers — nothing else comes close…
beds
Best cooling bed — essential for flat-faced breeds and dogs in warm cl…
health
Best DNA test overall — unmatched health screening depth…
training
Best GPS collar for active owners — 3-month battery is class-leading…
grooming
Best probiotic coat spray — supports skin microbiome health between ba…
Requires 90+ minutes vigorous exercise daily — fetch, agility, or long hikes.
Heavy shedder — brush 3-4× per week and deShed weekly to manage coat.
Highly trainable — excels with positive reinforcement; start obedience classes early.
FCI Group
Group 7 — Pointing Dogs
Section
Continentale voorstaande honden
Status
recognized