Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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Nikki Moustaki. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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Physical Characteristics of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

(from the American Kennel Club breed standard)

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Comparatively speaking, the WPG/Fousek cross is a more “square” dog, whereas the Griffon is more “rectangular,” longer than it is tall. Some of the dogs are also bigger. The mechanics of the dog has also changed. Its coat is a little tougher, as is its mentality, which is more like that of a German Wirehaired Pointer. These are not “bad” dogs—they are suited for the hunt and do well in field trials, but they are not pure-bred WPGs. The two groups are still philosophically divided, and heated discussions still occur. Nevertheless, members of both groups remain friendly, though neither will accept the other’s perspective on the matter.

Best of Breed at Westminster in 2000, Ch. Jerome von Herrenhausen was shown by Cheryl Cates under judge Dr. Bernard E. McGivern, Jr.

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