German Rough-Haired Pointer
Despite being the oldest of the German pointers, German Rough-Haired Pointers are rare, much rarer than the other wire-haired breeds from Germany: German Wirehaired Pointers and Pudelpointers.
About the German Rough-Haired Pointer
Hair is unsurprisingly a distinctive breed characteristic of German Rough-Haired Pointers, which sport a moderate beard on the face, and eyebrows that are bushy and strong, giving these powerful dogs a rather fierce appearance.
All told though, German Rough-Haired Pointers are well-balanced, calm animals. Hardy and brave, they are always in control and never display shyness.
Source: key facts and characteristics sourced from Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)
Breed specifics
- Country
- Germany
- Group
- FCI Group 7
- Size category
- Large
- Avg life expectancy
- 12–14 years
Even-tempered / Confident / Calm / Resilient
Key facts
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