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  Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
     
 

Quick Facts

Family: Gundog, Pointer, Versatile Hunting Dog
Region of Origin: France
Originally used for pointing, retrieving
Also known as Pointing Wirehaired Griffon
Height: 20-24"
Life Span: 12-14 years
Color: steel gray, chestnut brown, roan, white and brown
Weight: 50-60 lbs
 
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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