My GWP has captured the hearts of everyone he meets. He is incredibly friendly, loving, and calm most of the time. That said, he is also playful and loves fetch more than anything else. Contrary to the video's assessment, he has done amazingly with apartment living, as he rarely barks and is content to play fetch inside or outside.
My GWP is batshit crazy as they get, she is intelligent and has extra energy, willing to play catch or fetch at any time of the day or night. She is the very best inside dog i've ever owned, and easiest pup to house train. She does not like to be kenneled at home, when we load up to go hunting is a different story. The only reason i have her is because i had a two litter mate Brittanys, at age ten i had to have one put down, her sister didn't like that at all, stopped eating completely until she lost almost fifteen pounds, so i got her a friend and she lived another six years
This video represents this personality and needs of a GWP. Agree that they need lots of exercise and large area/yard. They are not only intelligent, but goofy and playful at times, will talk you, and are super sweet family dogs. ❤
My 7mo old just ran full speed into my leg, needless to say I went down immediately from the mother of all Charlie horses and he stumbled a bit and fell over lol (he was ok I called the vet to make sure what to watch out for) so your on the nose about being goofy and playful
I Had a GWP Called Fudge R.I.P. ✝ He Died 6 months ago, I Used to take him Duck hunting all the time, i think he loved that more than i did. and like he said in the video, he did have hip problems as he got older.
Your video is one of the best representations of the breed I have ever seen. THANK YOU! One of the most important points--you give a fair and honest statement about the fact that is often misrepresented; either people "over-sell" them as pets for the average owner--which they are NOT, or they are rigid about the breed being 100 % for hunters. Neither is true, and you tell this in a wise and accurate way. But PLEASE, people. If you want a GWP, listen to the wise words in this video. An understimulated GWP will be miserable, tear your house down, and drive you insane. If you're an active person, and can find a breeder who has the knowledge to pick a puppy that will suit a non-hunter; you will NEVER find a better dog. And they are about as allround as a dog can get... Obedience, agility, tracking, hunting, hiking, sledding, assistance training--these dogs can, and ENJOY, everything. Work is their life. No matter what it is. It doesn't have to be super advanced. I don't hunt. BUT, my dog has had an active and stimulating life. He's soon to be 12, and he's the best dog I've ever had. There are individuals. My dog has never had all that strong a prey drive, but is a born tracker. One of his sisters became a prized bird dog. Another was a professional boar-hunter. One was a narcotics dog. Other siblings are average hunting dogs. Mine an active pet. I knew what I was doing when I chose a GWP. I've had several different types of dogs--several of them very challenging. After several tragedies with disease-prone breeds, I decided; "never again anything but hunting breeds." For their health. Everything else is just a plus. But there are cons. They are stubborn as pigs, extremely dominant towards "weak" people--not mean or harsh, but will have zero respect towards people who don't demand it. They are extremely smart, and can use it for very destructive mischief unless getting enough mental tasks. They are prone to injuries due to their fearlessness and clumsiness--I have dealt with numerous scrapes, cuts, small fractures and other stuff when he's been roaming in terrain. Docking is illegal in Sweden, so unfortunately he's full-tailed. Which is a health risk for violent hunting dogs. (About 40 % break their tail in their life, and adults heal very slow.) They will go after prey, so rigorous training is a must and they are still prone to go bonkers if prey runs past--no matter how well behaved they are. Yesterday my old man disappeared after some random track and got lost for over an hour in the woods... And his hearing is slightly bad so it took him a while to find me... sigh... They need a lot of exercise, but above all; they need tasks. Any activity. Everything will be appreciated, because these dogs live to please their owner. My old man will be 12 come summer. Hearing is getting a bit bad, slight nuclear sclerosis, and his face is very grey--but other than that; I have a dog with the health and fitness of a youngster. He outruns his best friends, a 6 year old Sheltie and a 2 year old Corgi, jumps like a cougar, can walk 25-30 kilometres without getting tired and could fool anyone into thinking he's 2 or 3... Towards people, he is the kindest, sweetest, most dependable dog I have ever met. He wouldn't defend himself if his life depended on it, there isn't a suspicious, jealous or cranky bone in his body. If burglars came into my home--he'd probably help them carry the load... He isn't very interested in people, though. He likes them well enough, but he's MY dog. I'm his world, and he's solely focused on me, except for when offered treats by others... Very aggressive towards male dogs, but he's been attacked severely, several times, so that's no wonder. The infamous aggression and prey drive towards small animals? That can be trained. I breed cats, and he's grown up among kittens--he probably thinks he's a cat himself. ONE bite, when he was a puppy--but that was because he stepped on a kitten and several adult cats defended the kitten and he was cornered, so he defended himself and grabbed one of the adult cats. One warning here, though; a hunting dog will kill in seconds, so if an accident occurs--be fast. I saved my cat's life, but it was because I was very quick and got a hold of them before he started shaking the cat... The cat got off with two small puncture wounds, and they became best friends. After that; not a shed of aggression. Ever. Not even when attacked by pissed off mommy cats. (No matter how careful he is, a few kitten toes will be trampled when they use him as a climbing tree... And any cat mother will defend her baby if it screams...) So smart that it's almost creepy... No matter what I teach him, he learns it in a few tries. He has hilarious ideas, hiding bones and toys in the weirdest places (like the toilet, kitchen drawers and in my shoes... once he stuffed bread buns down a floor drain and put back the lid...) The amount of words and commands he understands--is astonishing. He has found several issues in my cats, detected three uterine infections and a pneumonia--before clear symtoms were obvious to me--so I always take his behaviour seriously when he gives extra attention to a cat. Yet, after a whole day of hiking, tracking or whatever it might be--with endless energy and hyperactivity--they will collapse in the couch with you, and relish cuddling while farting--rivalling a fat English Bulldog in laziness... I fell in love with GWP--and I can't imagine being without one. They WILL drive you nuts every now and then... but you will forgive them anything--these lovable, crazy, hilarious, sweet clowns...
I am owned by a Deutsch Drahthaar (from German breeding), German Shorthair Pointer, AND a Great Pyrenees. Three boys that own my heart. All 3 breeds are absolutely fantastic in their own rights.
I have two. They are fantastic hunters but the rest of the year are a challenge as they can be obnoxious if not exercised. Our version of walking the dogs means taking them out, turning them loose and following in the RZR. I really don't recommend them as a town or apartment dog. Dont get one for their cute looks unless you intend to exercise them a lot. Would I get another? Absolutely!
I adore my wirehair,he is a genius dog. But, he does demand a lot of exercise and intelligent attention. We live on quite a few acres and he utilizes them all. He’s adorable (when he’s sleeping). Haha
Yes and yes! We have two. Thankfully we have a pretty big yard with ~an acre fenced off (underground/wire fence) for them to roam and play with their dog brother (Australian Shepherd). They do like to run off and explore the hood if their collar isn’t on or the fence isn’t working. They are intense, but cute and fun. My husband is an avid duck hunter so during hunting season they stay pretty busy. Our older one, Hazel, does have hip dysplasia 😞. Her hips don’t seem to bother her as much now that she is full grown, but we got the other one as to not work Hazel too much. She’ll get retired when we need to, but for now she still gets to go on several hunts a year. They are both terrible counter surfers and like to get into the garbage. Their noses are so strong that it almost seems like they can’t help it 😆
My GWP has captured the hearts of everyone he meets. He is incredibly friendly, loving, and calm most of the time. That said, he is also playful and loves fetch more than anything else. Contrary to the video's assessment, he has done amazingly with apartment living, as he rarely barks and is content to play fetch inside or outside.
Love my GWP. Goofiest sweetest dog Ive ever owned but full tilt boogie from start to finish.
My GWP is batshit crazy as they get, she is intelligent and has extra energy, willing to play catch or fetch at any time of the day or night. She is the very best inside dog i've ever owned, and easiest pup to house train. She does not like to be kenneled at home, when we load up to go hunting is a different story. The only reason i have her is because i had a two litter mate Brittanys, at age ten i had to have one put down, her sister didn't like that at all, stopped eating completely until she lost almost fifteen pounds, so i got her a friend and she lived another six years
This video represents this personality and needs of a GWP. Agree that they need lots of exercise and large area/yard. They are not only intelligent, but goofy and playful at times, will talk you, and are super sweet family dogs. ❤
My 7mo old just ran full speed into my leg, needless to say I went down immediately from the mother of all Charlie horses and he stumbled a bit and fell over lol (he was ok I called the vet to make sure what to watch out for) so your on the nose about being goofy and playful
I Had a GWP Called Fudge R.I.P. ✝ He Died 6 months ago, I Used to take him Duck hunting all the time, i think he loved that more than i did. and like he said in the video, he did have hip problems as he got older.
Your video is one of the best representations of the breed I have ever seen. THANK YOU!
One of the most important points--you give a fair and honest statement about the fact that is often misrepresented; either people "over-sell" them as pets for the average owner--which they are NOT, or they are rigid about the breed being 100 % for hunters. Neither is true, and you tell this in a wise and accurate way.
But PLEASE, people. If you want a GWP, listen to the wise words in this video. An understimulated GWP will be miserable, tear your house down, and drive you insane. If you're an active person, and can find a breeder who has the knowledge to pick a puppy that will suit a non-hunter; you will NEVER find a better dog. And they are about as allround as a dog can get...
Obedience, agility, tracking, hunting, hiking, sledding, assistance training--these dogs can, and ENJOY, everything.
Work is their life. No matter what it is. It doesn't have to be super advanced.
I don't hunt. BUT, my dog has had an active and stimulating life. He's soon to be 12, and he's the best dog I've ever had.
There are individuals. My dog has never had all that strong a prey drive, but is a born tracker. One of his sisters became a prized bird dog. Another was a professional boar-hunter. One was a narcotics dog. Other siblings are average hunting dogs.
Mine an active pet.
I knew what I was doing when I chose a GWP. I've had several different types of dogs--several of them very challenging. After several tragedies with disease-prone breeds, I decided; "never again anything but hunting breeds." For their health. Everything else is just a plus.
But there are cons. They are stubborn as pigs, extremely dominant towards "weak" people--not mean or harsh, but will have zero respect towards people who don't demand it. They are extremely smart, and can use it for very destructive mischief unless getting enough mental tasks. They are prone to injuries due to their fearlessness and clumsiness--I have dealt with numerous scrapes, cuts, small fractures and other stuff when he's been roaming in terrain. Docking is illegal in Sweden, so unfortunately he's full-tailed. Which is a health risk for violent hunting dogs. (About 40 % break their tail in their life, and adults heal very slow.)
They will go after prey, so rigorous training is a must and they are still prone to go bonkers if prey runs past--no matter how well behaved they are. Yesterday my old man disappeared after some random track and got lost for over an hour in the woods... And his hearing is slightly bad so it took him a while to find me... sigh...
They need a lot of exercise, but above all; they need tasks. Any activity. Everything will be appreciated, because these dogs live to please their owner.
My old man will be 12 come summer. Hearing is getting a bit bad, slight nuclear sclerosis, and his face is very grey--but other than that; I have a dog with the health and fitness of a youngster. He outruns his best friends, a 6 year old Sheltie and a 2 year old Corgi, jumps like a cougar, can walk 25-30 kilometres without getting tired and could fool anyone into thinking he's 2 or 3...
Towards people, he is the kindest, sweetest, most dependable dog I have ever met. He wouldn't defend himself if his life depended on it, there isn't a suspicious, jealous or cranky bone in his body. If burglars came into my home--he'd probably help them carry the load... He isn't very interested in people, though. He likes them well enough, but he's MY dog. I'm his world, and he's solely focused on me, except for when offered treats by others...
Very aggressive towards male dogs, but he's been attacked severely, several times, so that's no wonder.
The infamous aggression and prey drive towards small animals? That can be trained. I breed cats, and he's grown up among kittens--he probably thinks he's a cat himself. ONE bite, when he was a puppy--but that was because he stepped on a kitten and several adult cats defended the kitten and he was cornered, so he defended himself and grabbed one of the adult cats. One warning here, though; a hunting dog will kill in seconds, so if an accident occurs--be fast. I saved my cat's life, but it was because I was very quick and got a hold of them before he started shaking the cat... The cat got off with two small puncture wounds, and they became best friends. After that; not a shed of aggression. Ever. Not even when attacked by pissed off mommy cats. (No matter how careful he is, a few kitten toes will be trampled when they use him as a climbing tree... And any cat mother will defend her baby if it screams...)
So smart that it's almost creepy... No matter what I teach him, he learns it in a few tries. He has hilarious ideas, hiding bones and toys in the weirdest places (like the toilet, kitchen drawers and in my shoes... once he stuffed bread buns down a floor drain and put back the lid...) The amount of words and commands he understands--is astonishing.
He has found several issues in my cats, detected three uterine infections and a pneumonia--before clear symtoms were obvious to me--so I always take his behaviour seriously when he gives extra attention to a cat.
Yet, after a whole day of hiking, tracking or whatever it might be--with endless energy and hyperactivity--they will collapse in the couch with you, and relish cuddling while farting--rivalling a fat English Bulldog in laziness...
I fell in love with GWP--and I can't imagine being without one.
They WILL drive you nuts every now and then... but you will forgive them anything--these lovable, crazy, hilarious, sweet clowns...
Thank you for this.
I've had 2 GSP's and they are wonderful dogs. Smart, friendly, loving, eager to please. Best dogs ever.
I am owned by a Deutsch Drahthaar (from German breeding), German Shorthair Pointer, AND a Great Pyrenees.
Three boys that own my heart. All 3 breeds are absolutely fantastic in their own rights.
I am owned by a Deutsch Drahthaar too - he is my fourth-one and I should have known, what I've done 😅
I have two. They are fantastic hunters but the rest of the year are a challenge as they can be obnoxious if not exercised. Our version of walking the dogs means taking them out, turning them loose and following in the RZR. I really don't recommend them as a town or apartment dog. Dont get one for their cute looks unless you intend to exercise them a lot. Would I get another? Absolutely!
I adore my wirehair,he is a genius dog. But, he does demand a lot of exercise and intelligent attention. We live on quite a few acres and he utilizes them all. He’s adorable (when he’s sleeping). Haha
They’re gorgeous dogs. I have one, best dog I’ve ever had.
Is your GWP independent and willful with a tendency to wander if not kept active and challenged?
Let us know in the comments!
Yes and yes! We have two. Thankfully we have a pretty big yard with ~an acre fenced off (underground/wire fence) for them to roam and play with their dog brother (Australian Shepherd). They do like to run off and explore the hood if their collar isn’t on or the fence isn’t working.
They are intense, but cute and fun. My husband is an avid duck hunter so during hunting season they stay pretty busy. Our older one, Hazel, does have hip dysplasia 😞. Her hips don’t seem to bother her as much now that she is full grown, but we got the other one as to not work Hazel too much. She’ll get retired when we need to, but for now she still gets to go on several hunts a year.
They are both terrible counter surfers and like to get into the garbage. Their noses are so strong that it almost seems like they can’t help it 😆
I live in south florida and i’m looking for one to hunt iguanas with me but i can’t find one around here, anyone know what i can do to get one ?
Have a GSP who I hunt with regularly and am thinking of adding a wirehaired pointer to the family, what a fun combo that would be
Thanks for the video
1:17 min
This is a "Brussels Griffon". The griffon you mean is called "Korthals Griffon".
Absolute acurate
Does this breed show up on DNA testing? My dog looks just like a viszla/wire haired cross but the DNA comes back as German short-haired pointer
I love my rebel boy he's a good gun dog
They look like a pissed off old man mixes with a wizzard
Some of these look extremely like a WPG
Not recommended for future governors of South Dakota.
She showed herself to be a reprehensible woman. I used to like her, no more.
LIKE
fact 11: a true clown, very goofy
im first