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Greyhound (English Greyhound)
FCI 158 . Short-haired Sighthounds

Origin: Ireland, United Kingdom

Character: Very loving and sensitive

Weight: 27 and 34 kg

Height: 71 to 76 cm.

Life expectancy: 10 - 13 years

The Greyhound It is a breed of dog that is used mainly as a companion and competition animal..

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Characteristics "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Greyhound (English Greyhound)" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Adaptation ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

History

There are several explanations about the origin of the name Greyhound. Some say it is due to the gray color of the breed, but the most popular theory is that the name comes from Old English "grei", What dog, y «hundr», what does hunter mean.

Whatever the origin of your name, the Greyhound it is one of the oldest dog breeds, which is confirmed by its genetic characteristics. It also, although it is impossible to determine the exact date, the first mentions of this breed date back to more than 8.000 years.

More recently, it was also depicted in drawings from ancient Egypt (3200-1100 a.C.). There is also evidence of its presence and use in ancient Greece (766-323 a.C.). He was already known for his athletic qualities and great speed., and the Greeks already organized dog races.

Later, the Greyhound It is also mentioned in the writings of the Roman poet Ovid (43-17 or 18 a.C.). It is also the only breed of dog mentioned in the Bible..

It is very likely that it originated in the Sloughi (Arabian Greyhound), who accompanied Phoenician sailors in ancient times. They used him as a hunting dog in the desert, activity in which its speed and robustness worked wonders. The Arabian Greyhound has long been recognized as a sign of nobility, and was especially known in dog racing.

The Greyhound has also been portrayed throughout history as a noble canine breed, both in art and literature, especially in english. In fact, have long been associated with royalty. Many medieval tapestries depict the dog as a companion of the aristocracy and the kings of France and England.. It was generally used for hunting deer and wild boar.. Between the 11th and 14th centuries, an english law (the Canute Laws of Great Britain, enacted in 1016) it even stipulated that no criminal could possess a greyhound, which further confirmed the prestige of the breed.

After an undeniable success throughout Europe, It is said that it appeared in America in the 16th century, brought by Spanish explorers.

Three centuries later, when the first dog shows were organized in England and the United States, was immediately one of the first breeds to be exhibited. Nothing less than 18 Sighthounds Englishmen competed in the first Westminster Kennel Club show in 1877.

On the american side, the American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized the breed in 1885. The first greyhound race was held there the following year, in 1886, although the National Greyhound Association was not founded until twenty years later, in 1906.

Dog racing is still very popular in the United States and other countries, and the Greyhound still a favorite. In fact, nicknamed "the cheetah of the dog world", can reach speeds higher than those of any of its peers: he is the fastest dog in the world. It must be said that this breed has been selected for thousands of years to hunt leaving its prey behind, so today it can reach speeds of about 70 km/h. But, just like the cheetah, the maximum speed of the Greyhound can only be reached in a short distance, since it does not have a great resistance.

And if that was not enough, he is also very skilled, able to anticipate each movement of a prey and to change direction quickly while maintaining high speed. They also have the ability to perform prodigious jumps.: one of its representatives holds the world record for high jump among dogs since 2006, with a jump of 1,72 height meters performed without running.

On an international level, the Greyhound has become known mainly through races and dog shows. The breed was recognized in the late 19th century by the British Kennel Club and by the American Kennel Club (1885). The United Kennel Club (UKC) American and the International Cynological Federation (FCI) it took a little longer, waiting until 1914 to do the same.

More recently, the misfortunes of these dogs have contributed in some way to their notoriety. In fact, Greyhound racing has been the subject of controversy regarding its ethics and, above all, to the fate of retired greyhounds. In fact, the latter are often abandoned, Euthanized or sold to laboratories for use in animal experiments. Many shelters and animal protection organizations have taken up the issue, to the point where greyhounds - including the Greyhound– have gained in popularity as family dogs.

Physical characteristics

The Greyhound characterized by a slim body with a slightly arched back, a long neck, a long, thin head and ears usually folded over the neck. The tail is low, quite long and slightly curved. The torso is generally broad, as it houses large lungs and a fairly large heart.

In fact, this dog has physical characteristics that allow it to run at incredible speeds. Every line of your body is an advantage in this regard.: its length, his thinness, his deep chest, your flexible spine, its strong hind legs, his long tail and remarkable hips combine to make him a very powerful dog.

But, there is a physical distinction between two types of greyhounds: the Greyhound racing and the Greyhound competition. In general, the English racing greyhound is smaller: the height of the male ranges from 63 and 76 cm., that of the female between 61 and 74 cm.. Its weight is also slightly lower. The racing greyhound also has a more muscular neck and shoulders than the show greyhound., that looks slimmer, despite its larger size: of 71 to 76 cm for the male, and 68 to 74 cm for female.

Last, whether they are racing dogs or show dogs, English greyhounds have a short, very fine coat that requires very little maintenance. Their fur comes in a wide variety of colors: white, brown, red, gray and brindle.

Size and weight

▷ Male size: 63 – 76 cm.
▷ female size: 61 – 74 cm.
▷ Male weight: 30 – 35 kg
▷ female weight: 28 – 32 kg

Character and skills

The Greyhound is known to be a very intelligent dog, playful, obedient, strong and robust.

He is also a very kind companion, showing very little aggressiveness towards other dogs. This is because this breed was specially selected to run and hunt in a group.. On the other hand, its prey hunting instinct is extremely strong, so it may not be suitable for a household with a small pet, like a rabbit. So that this coexistence is possible, the puppy will need a lot of socialization and training to temper his hunting instinct from an early age. In any case, keep in mind that the hunting instinct is very strong in this breed; even though he has gotten used to his presence, it is recommended to supervise in all circumstances their possible coexistence with small domestic animals.

His hunting instinct also explains that, when going for a walk with your dog, your strap must always be well fastened. He is the most athletic of all dogs and is capable of reaching speeds even a runner cannot. 100 meters can approach. This means that it would be very difficult for a careless owner to try to catch up with his Greyhound.

If coexistence with other species can be problematic, The same should not happen with living with children. The Greyhound He is an excellent family dog â€‹â€‹and is very tolerant of children. But, it is recommended to avoid living with young children or those who are not used to interacting with dogs. Having said that, When the Greyhound you are in an inappropriate situation, will usually try to get away from her, instead of growling or biting.

On the other hand, Exposure to crowds can cause real stress in a Greyhound insufficiently socialized. But, they are not usually aggressive towards strangers: they usually limit themselves to barking or making a specific movement of the ears to warn their owners of the presence of a stranger.

It also, contrary to what his athletic abilities might suggest, they require less exercise than most other breeds, since they do not have a great resistance. The Greyhound It is also a very docile and calm dog that loves naps. In fact, his favorite activity is… have no activity! He's glad to spend the day just dozing, surrounded by his family.

Thus, the Greyhound it is a breed of dog suitable for a flat or a house with a small garden. Despite his large size and athletic build, space is not a problem for him, as long as its owner offers a comfortable and cozy place to rest. But, it is recommended to provide the garden with a solid fence to prevent the dog from running away if it occurs to him to chase other animals beyond his territory. But, an electric fence for dogs is often ineffective with them, since his hunting instinct prevails.

Last, it is usually recommended that Greyhound retirees available for adoption wear muzzles, as they may be tempted to bite smaller dogs or other animals. But, this may be a temporary measure while your new pet adjusts to his new environment and you gain better control of his temper. It also, as most dogs have lived with other dogs and with humans, may suffer from separation anxiety if left alone for a long time. Shelters and other organizations that facilitate the adoption of these dogs are often a good source of information to guide you in finding the right companion.

In any case, there is no genetic evidence of behavioral differences between the two types of Greyhound. So, if there are such differences, breeders attribute them to the training and experience of each dog.

Education

The Greyhound it is a very intelligent breed of dog, and it is quite easy to train. Usually, they are very obedient and learn quickly. But, they can be stubborn with certain orders, so patience and perseverance are the keywords to keep in mind during training. This may be the case when teaching your dog to sit., since it is quite an awkward position for him. Does not adopt it naturally, and rather it seems that it is balanced on its tail.

As he is quite proud and has a sensitive temperament, it is better not to be rude or aggressive with him, and this is especially true when trained. Dog training techniques that use positive reinforcement rather than punishment are the most successful with this breed. This is the case, above all, if food is used as a motivator.

In general, the Greyhound is loyal but independent, and requires a secure owner. Usually, quickly bond with their owner and obey him as soon as they learn his job.

Last, it is especially important to socialize him with other dogs and humans of all kinds from an early age, so as not to let his natural shyness get the better of him. If this happens, you may have a hard time adjusting to changes in your environment or your schedule. Various socialization techniques can be used, how to enroll him in a puppy school, stroll it through public gardens or take it to outdoor events. In any case, it is important to provide a variety of opportunities and types of socialization so that your dog is as comfortable as possible in public and in interactions with humans.

Health

The Greyhound is especially prone to certain diseases: Hip Dysplasia and elbow dysplasia, Hypothyroidism, von Willebrand disease and gastric problems.

The Dysplasia in dogs it is a developmental anomaly of a tissue that is present from birth and causes deformities. It is especially prevalent in racing sighthounds, since excessive physical activity accelerates the onset and development of the disease.

As the Greyhound is sensitive to intestinal inflammation, physical activity should be avoided - including simple walking- in the 30 minutes before or after a meal. This is because intestinal bloating can lead to inflammation or even twisting of the stomach., what can be deadly.

The Hypothyroidism in dogs it means that the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. The consequences can range from reduced fertility to more serious problems, like dog obesity, lethargy and irregular heat cycles. But, although this breed is actually prone to hypothyroidism, it is not uncommon for individuals to be misdiagnosed due to lack of knowledge of their normal hormone levels. So, it is important to choose a veterinarian who knows the physiological peculiarities of the Greyhound, related to the fact that it has a slightly larger heart than other dogs. This leads to higher blood pressure and, often, to a slight heart murmur. It is not a problem, but a veterinarian unaware of this feature could make an incorrect diagnosis.

The von Willebrand disease is the most common inherited blood clotting disorder in dogs.

It also, the Greyhound you are at risk of being overweight, especially individuals withdrawing from careers. It is common for them to win around 2 kg, but you have to be careful not to exceed this threshold. So, it is important to carefully monitor your dog's weight and not overfeed it.

The Greyhound used for racing also have dental hygiene problems. This health problem is not shared with individuals used for dog shows and the cause does not appear to be genetic., rather it is due to the living conditions of the racing dogs.

Last, due to its short coat and low percentage of fat, the Greyhound it is a breed sensitive to cold. It is recommended to equip it with a dog coat when you go out in cold or rainy weather, and make sure you always have a warm place to rest. For the same reason, make sure the places where you can rest are soft, to avoid the appearance of bedsores (also known as "bed sores").

The low percentage of body fat also makes the Greyhound is more sensitive than other breeds to anesthetics and certain medications. So, it is recommended to choose a veterinarian who is familiar with the breed and its physiology (including hormone levels) to avoid misdiagnosis or inappropriate treatment.

Life expectancy

10 to 13 years

Grooming

The Greyhound it is a low maintenance breed, as its short, shiny coat requires little brushing. Brush the dog's coat weekly, preferably with a comb or a rubber glove, it is enough to remove dead skin and excess hair, while helping to distribute body oils to keep the coat shiny. During brushing, it is advisable to examine the skin for redness and lesions, especially around the nose, mouth, eyes and paws.

If the coat is well groomed, the Greyhound rarely need a bath.

But, are prone to dental hygiene problems, so regular brushing is recommended to avoid plaque build-up.

It also, like the ears of the Greyhound they are usually bent, it is important to inspect them weekly to avoid the development of infections, manifested by the presence of redness and / or bad smells. The outer part of the ear can be cleaned with a cotton swab slightly moistened with a special solution for cleaning dogs' ears.. But, it is important never to insert anything into the ear canal.

Last, if they do not wear out naturally due to a rather sedentary lifestyle, it is necessary to trim the dog's nails once or twice a month to avoid scratches or other problems.

Food

To limit the risk of obesity, it is recommended to measure the food that is given to the greyhound and divide it into two portions: one in the morning and one at night.

As a general rule, of 2,5 to 4 cups of quality dry feed are sufficient for males and 1,5 to 3 cups for females.

Use

The Greyhound was first used as a hunting dog, which explains why the tracking instinct is still very present in this breed, although this use has almost disappeared.

It also, This breed has long been recognized for its athletic abilities and remains one of the most widely represented in dog sports today. Of course, the breed is especially known for sighthound racing, whether by sight or by chance. It was in his home country, Great Britain, where the Sighted Pursuit in the middle of the 18th century, and where the races on artificial hares made their appearance in 1927. It also, the Greyhound also usually participates in obedience and agility competitions.

In addition to the sports lines of the Greyhound, there are also lines for dog shows.

Last, the Greyhound increasingly used as a companion dog, and it has many qualities for it. A person who wishes to adopt a Greyhound as a companion dog you can certainly opt for a puppy, which is always an attractive option, but keep in mind that there are also many available Greyhound retired adults (sometimes prematurely), and they can represent a magnificent option. In fact, in recent years, many non-profit organizations (shelters, animal protection associations, etc.) campaigns have been launched to raise awareness among the general public about the fate of greyhounds used for racing (abandonment, euthanasia, sale to laboratories, etc.) and to find adoptive families for retired copies. This has allowed the general public to better understand the Greyhound and its potential as a family dog.

Price

The price of a Greyhound of a professional breeder varies between 900 and 3.600 EUR. This very wide range is explained by the fact that the price depends largely on the lineage of the dog and its age.: in general, increases with age, especially in the case of racing sighthounds that have begun their training.

In the case of horses withdrawn from races and available for adoption in shelters, the price to adopt a Greyhound usually oscillates between 250 and 300 EUR, depending on the care offered by the shelter in question.

Images "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Photos:

1 – Greyhound by https://pixabay.com/es/photos/galgos-windhunderennen-5373255/
2 – Greyhound by Adam.J.W.C., CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – Greyhound by MTSOfan
4 – Greyhound striped (1 year) and male greyhound (8 months) leonado. by Tux-Man, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – Greyhound by No machine-readable author provided. Pleple2000 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
6 – Greyhound by https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/greyhound/

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

FCI – Group 10: Section 3: Short-haired Sighthounds ⓘ
– AKC – Hounds Toy ⓘ
– ANKC – (Hounds) ⓘ
– CKC – Hounds ⓘ
– KC – Hounds ⓘ
– NZKC – Hounds Toy ⓘ
– UKC – Hounds ⓘ

FCI breed standard "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Origin:

Ireland, United Kingdom

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

13.10.2010

Use:

Sighthound

General appearance:

Strongly built, erected, generously proportioned, powerful musculature and symmetrical training. Long head and neck; good shoulder position, well outlined chest; spacious body; loin slightly arched; powerful rooms; strong limbs and feet. The flexibility of the limbs highlights their distinctive type and elegant qualities.

Behavior / temperament:

Has remarkable vigor and endurance. It is intelligent, Gentile, affectionate and equanimous.

Head:

Long, moderate amplitude.

Cranial region:

Skull: Annoying.
Depression links (Stop): Poco observable.

facial region:

Snout: The jaws are strong and well defined.
Mandible / Teeth: The jaws are strong and have a full scissor bite., that is to say, that the upper incisors closely cover the lower ones and are set perpendicular to the jaws.
Eyes: Bright, Smart, oval-shaped; oblique implantation. Preferably dark.
Ears: Small, folded in the shape of a rose, texture fine.

Neck:

Long and muscular, elegantly arched and well attached to the shoulders.

Body:

Back: Rather long, broad and square.
Pork loin: Strong; slightly arched.
Breast : Deep and voluminous, which allows adequate space for the heart. Long ribs, tight, well developed back.
Bottom line and belly: Well raised flanks.

Tail:

Rather low implantation; is strong at the base, and it decreases until it reaches the top; carried low, slightly bent.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

General appearance: The elbows, pasterns and fingers do not turn inward or outward.
Shoulder: Oblique; they are well tilted back. They are muscular, although not heavy in appearance; are narrow and clearly defined at the top.
Elbows: Loose and positioned well below the shoulders.
Forearm: Long and straight forelimbs, of solid and well developed bones.
Metacarpus: Moderate in length and slightly flexed.
Previous feet: Of moderate length. The fingers are compact and have good angulations; the pads are strong.

LATER MEMBERS:

General appearance: Both the body, as the hind limbs are well developed and of ample proportions, which allows the animal to cover a lot of ground when at rest.
Thigh and legs: Wide and muscular, showing great propulsion power.
Knee: good angulation.
Metatarsus: Hocks lowered; they do not turn inward, nor out.
Rear foot: Of moderate length. The fingers are compact and have good angulations; the pads are strong.

Movement:

Straight, well close to the ground, free, allowing the animal to cover a lot of ground quickly. The hind limbs reach well under the body, thus providing a great propulsion.

Mantle

HAIR: Thin and tight.
COLOR: Negro, white, red, blue, leonado, Griffon clear (sand), brindle or any of these colors stained with white.

Size and weight:

Ideal height:

Males: 71 - 76 cm..
females: 68 - 71 cm..

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and its severity is considered to the degree of deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog and the dog's ability to perform its traditional task..

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES

Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. English Greyhound (English).
2. Greyhound (French).
3. Großer Englischer Windhund (German).
4. (em inglês: Greyhound) (Portuguese).
5. Lebrel ingés, Greyhound (español).

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Griffon belge
FCI 81 . Griffons

Origin: Belgium

Character: Obedient and affectionate

Weight: 3 to 5 Kg

Height: 18 to 20 cm.

Life expectancy: 14 - 15 years

The Griffon belge is almost identical to Griffon Bruxellois, from which differs only in color.

Content

History

Originally from Belgium, as the name reflects, the Griffon belge It is an original and easy-going companion dog.. Rational in origin, They are today friendly and lively companions who however struggle to find their audience as they remain one of the lesser known breeds in the group. 9.

The three races that make up the group 9 of the ICF have a similar morphology, but different coat quality and color varieties.

They share a common history and are descended from a small, wire-haired dog., he "smousje«, present in the Brussels region for decades.

The three varieties were selected in the 19th century with blood from other small companion breeds such as the Pug and the Cavalier King Charles spaniel. The Yorkshire Terrier, the Miniature Schnauzer and the Affenpinscher they could also have been used in the cocktail that created the three races.

The first Griffon belge were entered in the Book of Origins of Saint-Hubert in 1883.

These dogs became very popular at the beginning of the 20th century thanks to the interest shown by Queen Marie Henriette of Belgium.. They became the favorites of high society ladies and elegant women.

The iconography that represents the breed is abundant and paintings with small wire-haired Griffons have been found since the 17th century..

The breed began to be exported abroad, especially to France in the middle of the 20th century.

Physical characteristics

This is a small dog a balanced, sturdy built, almost square body frame, fixed frame and elegant movements, the look awake and lively. Its almost human expression is especially striking.

The body weight is about 3,5 – 6 kg. The head is the most characteristic and striking part of the body. It must be quite large compared to the body and the hair of it is rough, erected, makes a rich mustache and beard. It also highlights the visual aspect of the "big head". The skull should be broad and rounded, properly arched eyebrows.

The nose from the front at the same level as the eyes should be black, wide, with the nostrils properly open. Its tip should be so far back when viewed from the side flush with chin and forehead.

The lips are black at the edges, tight, near the jaws and teeth. There is no overlap of the top and bottom. If they are too loose, interrupt the desired expression. The lower jaw is longer than the upper jaw (physiologically underprotected jaw), directed slightly upwards, wide at the top and cannot be pointed. Its width is very important since the chin protrudes. The incisors of both jaws should be regularly arranged in a row, in which the top and bottom are parallel. No incisors should be missing. If the mouth is closed, neither teeth nor tongue can be seen.

The eyes must be separated, be big and round, should never be prominent. The iris is brown, the more dark best. The edges of the eyelids should be black. The defect is considered small eyes, oval in shape and bright colors.

The back is straight, short and strong. The tail must be set high and carried. When amputated, should be reduced by 2/3 of its original length. If the animal protection law prohibits cuts, can remain uncut. When it unfolds, must be high, curved so that its tip bends towards the back, don't touch the back or can't squirm. Short tail, twisted or kinked is considered a serious offense.

The Griffon belge they have a rough coat with undercoat. The mantle is rough, slightly wavy, but not curly. The fur rules, but to be correctly evaluated its structure must be long enough. Too long hair obscures the typical silhouette and is therefore not acceptable. A silky or woolly coat is evaluated as a serious fault.

Character and skills

He is a nervous dog and can become a very barking dog if he feels lonely or bored. He has a strong personality and for this he needs a good education from a very young age. The Griffon belge she is also lively, attentive, brave and always act with determination. So, You have to be careful that he does not suffer because his courage and self-confidence often means that he does not see the danger.

Can usually live with children and other pets. A curious and loving dog of character Terrier, very active and always reacts to strange noises.

The Griffon belge needs to be accompanied all the time, cannot stand being alone and may develop negative behaviors to attract attention such as barking or causing damage. This "furry" has a tendency to become attached to a person, following her most of the time.

Tireless and always ready to play with everyone, he's kind most of the time, but you can also play a role of guardian of the property and your family.

Education

He is very intelligent and loves to learn. Your education is, Therefore, relatively easy, although it must be firm and adequate, as she tends to be slightly stubborn at times.

An early and well-adapted education will prevent him from growing up doing only what he wants.

Very sociable, has no problem with the inhabitants of the house, whether human or animal.

Although he is sociable by nature, sometimes he is shy with strangers, which makes him a good guardian. So, their socialization should be aimed at not exacerbating this natural shyness in front of strangers.

They can live anywhere and with any type of owner. Despite its small size, have a great need for exercise, but it is easy for him to do it anywhere, precisely because of its small size.

Health

The Griffon belge is generally in excellent health. They are not affected by any particular disease or pathology.

Some subjects may sometimes suffer from eye infections or dermatological problems, although these cases are still rare. Its longevity is very appreciable.

Grooming

Her pretty fur, quite complete, requires regular brushing to ensure a beautiful and healthy coat. No other particular maintenance is necessary.

Utility

They are great companions, besides being incredible guard and hunting dogs. They can easily raise the alarm when intruders invade their territory, as well as scare away small rodents from the area. It is also very noticeable in skill sports (agility).

Price

Purchase price of a puppy Griffon belge: between 700 € y 900 €.

Characteristics "Griffon belge"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Griffon belge" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Adaptation ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 1,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Images "Griffon belge"

Photos:

1 – «Griffon belga» would Ger Dekker, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – «Griffon belga» would Ger Dekker, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – «Griffon belga» puppy by Ger Dekker, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – «Griffon belga» would Ger Dekker, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – «Griffon belga» would Ger Dekker
6 – «Griffon belga» would Ger Dekker

Videos "Griffon belge"

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

FCI – Groupo 9 – Section 3.1 «Grifones» ⓘ
UKC – Company ⓘ

FCI breed standard "Griffon belge"

Origin:

Belgium

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

25.03.2003

Use:

Small guard and companion dog.

General appearance:

small pet dog; Intelligent, balanced, alert, haughty, robust, nearly square bodied ; with a good bone constitution, but at the same time elegant in its movements and in its construction. It draws attention for its almost human expression.
The two Griffons have hard hair and differ in color., while the Petit Brabançon has short hair.

important proportions:

The length of the body, from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock, should be as much as possible, equal to the height at the withers.

Behavior / temperament:

Balanced little dog, alert, haughty, well attached to his master, very vigilant. It is neither fearful, nor aggressive.

Head:

It is the most characteristic part of the body and the one that attracts the most attention.. The head is quite large compared to the body and has an almost human expression. At the Griffon the hair is hard, up and shaggy; is longer over the eyes, over the nostril, cheeks and chin, thus forming the decoration of the head.

Cranial region:

Wide and round. The forehead is well bulging.

Depression links (Stop): Well marked.

facial region:

Truffle : black. It is at the same level of the eyes. It's wide and the windows are wide open. The tip of the nose is raised back, which seen in profile places the chin, nose and forehead on the same margin.
Snout : The nasal canal, including truffle, it's very short ; will not exceed 1,5 cm long. In the Petit Brabançon a correct nasal passage appears longer, since there is no ornament. A nostril that is not upturned, as well as a truffle whose upper part is located below the lower eye line, give a bad impression and constitute serious misconduct.
Belfos : Blacks. Upper and lower lips are in close contact and tight. The upper one does not form flews and does not cover the lower one. Too loose spoils the desired expression.
Jaws / Teeth : The lower jaw is well curved upwards, is wide, not pointed and extends beyond the upper jaw ; the breed has lower prognathism. The six incisors of each jaw are preferably planted evenly and in a straight line, those above and below are very parallel. The mouth should be tightly closed and not even the teeth should be visible, nor the tongue. The width and protrusion of the chin are very important. Care should be taken that incisors are not missing.
Eyes : They are well separated, they are big and round, never prominent. Brown in color, as dark as possible. They will be bordered with black and preferably should not show the white of the eyeball. A small or oval eye, or light color, constitutes a fault.
Ears : Small, they are high, far enough apart. The uncut ears are semi-erect and fall to the front. Very large ears are not desirable, as well as ears that hang over the side of the head. Cropped ears are pointed and erect. Cropped ears are both accepted, like the uncut ones.

Neck:

Medium length; blends harmoniously with the shoulders.

Body:

The length of the body is almost equal to the height at the withers. From the set it is a small square and stout dog.

Cross: Slightly prominent.
Back: Straight, short and strong.
Pork loin: Short and muscular, very little raised.
Rump: Wide, flat, or at most very slightly inclined.
Breast : Large, reaches up to the elbows. The tip of the sternum is marked, which it's, in profile, imparts a slightly prominent sill. The ribs are very elastic, but not barrel-shaped, not too flat.
bottom line: The belly is slightly raised; the flanks are well marked.

Tail:

She is tall and the dog wears her high. The docked tail is trimmed 2/3 its length. The tail that has not been cut is presented raised, with the tip towards the back, although without touching it or being curled up. A naturally short or split tail, or curled up on the back, constitutes a serious offense.

Tips

Former members :

Seen together they are parallel, with a good bone structure and sufficiently separated.

Shoulder : Angulation is normal.
Elbows : Well attached to the body.
Carpi : Strong.
Pies : Small, round, they do not deviate even inwards, nor out. Fingers are good together; fingers sticking together constitutes a fault. Plantar pads are thick and as dark as possible. Nails are preferably black, as pigmented as possible.

Later members :

Seen as a whole they have a good bone structure and are well parallel. The angulations are in harmony with the forelimbs.

Babillas : Angled enough.
Hocks : well laid. Seen from the back, not closed, not open.
Pies : See previous members. Dewclaws are not a sought after characteristic.

Movement:

Powerful, parallel movement of the limbs, with a good boost from the posteriors.

Mantle

Fur: Hair quality:

The Griffon Bruxellois and the Griffon Belge both have a hard coat and an undercoat.. Hair is naturally hard, slightly wavy, not curly, but trimmed and arranged for display. It should be long enough to allow the structure to be appreciated. Too long hair spoils the silhouette and is not what you are looking for. Silky or woolly hair is a serious offense.
The Petit Brabançon has short hair. Hair is rough, smooth and shiny; has at most 2 cm long.
Head ornament: At the griffon, the ornament (beard and mustache) It starts under the nose-eye line and runs from one ear to the other., covering well the muzzle and cheeks with a very abundant hair and longer than on the rest of the body. Above the eyes, the hair should be longer than on the rest of the skull and form the eyebrows.

Color: Griffon Bruxellois: Red, reddish; a little black is tolerated on the headdress.

Griffon Belge: Negro, black and tan. Tan markings must be pure and uniform in color. They are presented, in the previous members, from foot to carpus, and in the hindquarters from the foot to the hock. These colors go up the inside of the limbs. They are also seen in the anterior part of the chest, cheeks, chin, on top of the eyes, on the inside of the ears, below the tail and around the anus. Black can be mixed with red-brown, which is accepted although pure black and black and tan are preferred.
Petit Brabançon: The same colors as the two Griffons. Has a dark mask. The gray in the mask of older dogs will not be penalized. In all three breeds some white hairs on the front of the chest are accepted, although this feature is not sought.

Size and weight:

Weight: It varies between 3,5 to 6 kg.

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

ELIMINATING fAULTS:

Any sign of aggressiveness. Fearful dog.
Nose depigmented or other than black.
Constantly visible tongue, being the mouth closed.
Twisting of the lower jaw.
Upper jaw that extends beyond the lower jaw.
Other colors other than those provided by the standard, such as gray, blue and fire, the brown and tan and the liver color (brown).
Any white stain.

Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities should be disqualified..

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Belgium Griffon (English).
2. Griffon belge (French).
3. Griffon Belge (German).
4. Griffon belge (Portuguese).
5. Griffon belge (español).

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Griffon Bruxellois
FCI 80 . Griffons

Origin: Belgium

Character: Loving and playful

Weight: 3.63 to 4.54 kg

Height: 18 to 20 cm.

Life expectancy: 14 - 15 years

The Griffon Bruxellois is known to have a big heart, and a strong desire to snuggle and spend long hours with their caregiver.

Content

History

The Griffon Bruxellois, semi-long hair variety, It is the oldest of the Belgian Griffons. It is said to descend from Smousje, a small rough-haired Brussels dog that was used to hunt rats.. Was before 1880 when the selection and improvement of this breed began in Brussels. Crosses were made between the Barbet, the Stable griffon, the Affenpinscher, el Yorkshire Terrier, the Pug and the Cavalier King Charles spaniel (ruby fur; solid red). Presented for the first time in Brussels at 1880, three years later a first standard of the Griffon Bruxellois, which was modified in 1904 to lead to the final version. A first breed club was then created in Great Britain in 1887, and then in the United States in 1945. The breed is recognized by the FCI since 1954.

Like all Grifones belgas, the Griffon Bruxellois was especially popular in the early 20th century, thanks above all to the interest shown by Queen Marie Henriette of Belgium. But, the two world wars brought the breed to the brink of extinction. It only owes its survival to the efforts of enthusiasts., especially the british. In fact, hardly any left Griffon Bruxellois in Belgium at the end of WWII.

Today, is a dog that is still relatively rare.

It is in Great Britain where Griffons are more widespread, while in the rest of Europe, the population is still very low.

The AKC registered its first Griffon Bruxellois in 1910. If not for the dedication of the American and British enthusiasts, the race might not have survived.

The Griffon Bruxellois gained millions of new fans in 1997, when a rogue Griffon Bruxellois named Jill upstaged Jack Nicholson in the hit movie «As Good As It Gets«.

Physical characteristics

The Griffon Bruxellois is a small companion dog, Intelligent, balanced, alert, proud and robust, almost square in constitution, with good bone, but also elegant in his gait and complexion, drawing attention with his almost human expression.

Fur:

The Griffon Bruxellois has a hard coat with undercoat. The coat is naturally rough, slightly wavy, not curly, but yes skinny. The coat should be long enough to allow the structure to be seen. A coat that is too long damages the silhouette and is not sought after. A silky or woolly coat is a serious fault. The Petit Brabançon has a short coat. The coat is rough, closed and bright, and does not exceed 2 cm..

Color: Red, reddish; a little black is tolerated in head decoration.

In the three races (Griffon belge, Griffon Bruxellois and Petit Brabançon) some white hair is tolerated on the chest, but it is not sought.

Weight:

Of 3,5 to 6 kg.

Character and skills

The Griffon Bruxellois is balanced, alert and proud. With an assertive character and a certain ego, not necessarily suitable in the presence of very young children. In fact, will not appreciate being abused. On the other hand, it will be a very good companion for slightly older children. It also, gets along very well with other animals.

neither shy nor aggressive, the Griffon Bruxellois he is very vigilant and attached to his master. Above all, he needs to be close to his family, and is perfectly suited to apartment living. It also, have a moderate need for exercise: a daily walk is enough for him. This also makes him a suitable dog for an older person, if it is willing to provide the necessary maintenance. With more reason, by not supporting loneliness, will certainly prefer a very available master, with whom you can share games and emotions.

Last, it is a very funny and expressive animal, what will the happiness of home do. Some say that their mimicry is similar to that of a human or a monkey.

Education

In general, they seem to pick up tricks quickly and love to practice them when their attention is drawn to them. to him Griffon Bruxellois loves agility tests, in which they stand out. With his "mad king" look in his fur coat, they can be fun and upbeat if given enough love. As it is a breed that tends to become more attached to a single member of the family, he will have to be accustomed to meeting as many people as possible from a young age so that he does not become excessively protective.

They are not troublemakers, but problems can arise if they become too dependent. They do not like to be alone for a long time because they immediately miss their master. Your love of the game makes it easy to bond. They love to play fetch and seem to be inexhaustible when it comes to having fun.. Once they have tired, they snuggle in your lap and take a well-deserved nap. They need a short leash walk every day, or just the chance to frolic outside, but they don't need a lot of exercise. Recovery usually works very well.

Health

Although the Griffon Bruxellois it is a generally healthy dog, with an estimated life of fourteen years, is nevertheless predisposed to certain hereditary genetic diseases such as displasia coxofemoral, the medial patella dislocation and the respiratory obstruction syndrome. It is also subject to hydrocephalus, "aberrant cilia" (distichiasis and trichiasis) and skin allergies.

Grooming

For your maintenance, daily brushing is necessary. It is also advisable to groom him regularly and monitor the condition of his eyes and the folds of his face.

His tough fur must be plucked, that is to say, dead hairs must be removed by hand. It is advisable to entrust this removal to a dog groomer.

Breeders of the breed "Griffon Bruxellois"

Tajinastes Kennel | Zoo nucleus B2501363 | Affix Royal Canine Society of Spain 1968 y FCI 55/84 Since the year 1984 – Tajinastes is a hatchery, with the authorized zoological nucleus B2501363, which had its beginnings in the year 1984 in Tenerife and we are currently also in Barcelona where most of our specimens are found. It is born in a family way and because of the love we have always had for this species. We feel privileged to be able to dedicate ourselves to what we like and we cannot conceive of life without having a dog by our side.

PerrosDSalas – Canine kennel – Address: Urb. Miracampos no.. 1 20.160 Lasarte - Oria Guipuzcoa

Characteristics "Griffon Bruxellois"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Griffon Bruxellois" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Images "Griffon Bruxellois"

Photos:

1 – «Grifón de Bruselas» by The original uploader was Dan9186 at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – "Griffon of Brussels" – Riga, Baltic Winner -2013, 9-10 Nov by Thomas, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3 – «Grifón de Bruselas» by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – «Grifón de Bruselas» by Galawebdesign, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – One-year-old «Brussels Griffon» by Galawebdesign, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
6 – European Dog Champion «Brussels Griffon» 2010 by Ger Dekker

Videos "Griffon Bruxellois"

Griffon Bruxellois Funny Viral Videos Compilation

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

FCI – Groupo 9 – Section 3.1 «Grifones» ⓘ
AKC – Sporting ⓘ

FCI breed standard "Griffon Bruxellois"

Origin:

Belgium

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

25.03.2003

Use:

Small guard and companion dog.

General appearance:

small pet dog; Intelligent, balanced, alert, haughty, robust, nearly square bodied; with a good bone constitution, but at the same time elegant in its movements and in its construction. It draws attention for its almost human expression.

The two Griffons have hard hair and differ in color., while the Petit Brabançon has short hair.

important proportions:

The length of the body, from the tip of the shoulder to the tip of the buttock, should be as much as possible, equal to the height at the withers.

Behavior / temperament:

Balanced little dog, alert, haughty, well attached to his master, very vigilant. It is neither fearful, nor aggressive.

Head:

It is the most characteristic part of the body and the one that draws the most attention. The head is quite large compared to the body and has an almost human expression. At the Griffon the hair is hard, up and shaggy ; is longer over the eyes, over the nostril, cheeks and chin, thus forming the decoration of the head.

Cranial region:

Wide and round. The forehead is well bulging.

Depression links (Stop) : Well marked.

facial region:

Truffle : black. It is at the same level of the eyes. It's wide and the windows are wide open. The tip of the nose is raised back, which seen in profile places the chin, nose and forehead on the same margin.
Snout : The nasal canal, including truffle, it's very short ; will not exceed 1,5 cm long. In the Petit Brabançon a correct nasal passage appears longer, since there is no ornament. A nostril that is not upturned, as well as a truffle whose upper part is located below the lower eye line, give a bad impression and constitute serious misconduct.
Belfos : Blacks. Upper and lower lips are in close contact and tight. The upper one does not form flews and does not cover the lower one. Too loose spoils the desired expression.
Jaws / Teeth : The lower jaw is well curved upwards, is wide, not pointed and extends beyond the upper jaw ; the breed has lower prognathism. The six incisors of each jaw are preferably planted evenly and in a straight line, those above and below are very parallel. The mouth should be tightly closed and not even the teeth should be visible, nor the tongue. The width and protrusion of the chin are very important. Care should be taken that incisors are not missing.
Eyes : They are well separated, they are big and round, never prominent. Brown in color, as dark as possible. They will be bordered with black and preferably should not show the white of the eyeball. A small or oval eye, or light color, constitutes a fault.
Ears : Small, they are high, far enough apart. The uncut ears are semi-erect and fall to the front. Very large ears are not desirable, as well as ears that hang over the side of the head. Cropped ears are pointed and erect. Cropped ears are both accepted, like the uncut ones.

Neck:

Medium length ; blends harmoniously with the shoulders.

Body:

The length of the body is almost equal to the height at the withers. From the set it is a small square and stout dog.

Cross : Slightly prominent.
Back : Straight, short and strong.
Pork loin : Short and muscular, very little raised.
Rump : Wide, flat, or at most very slightly inclined.
Breast : Large, reaches up to the elbows. The tip of the sternum is marked, which seen in profile, imparts a slightly prominent sill. The ribs are very elastic, but not barrel-shaped, not too flat.
Lower margin : The belly is slightly raised ; the flanks are well marked.

Tail:

Tips

Former members

Seen together they are parallel, with a good bone structure and sufficiently separated.

Shoulder : Angulation is normal.
Elbows : Well attached to the body.
Carpi : Strong.
Pies : Small, round, they do not deviate even inwards, nor out. Fingers are good together; fingers sticking together constitutes a fault. Plantar pads are thick and as dark as possible. Nails are preferably black, as pigmented as possible.

Later members

Seen as a whole they have a good bone structure and are well parallel. The angulations are in harmony with the forelimbs.

Babillas : Angled enough.
Hocks : well laid. Seen from the back, not closed, not open.
Pies : See previous members. Dewclaws are not a sought after characteristic.

Movement:

Powerful, parallel movement of the limbs, with a good boost from the posteriors.

Mantle

Fur

Hair quality : The Griffon Bruxellois and the Griffon Belge both have a hard coat and an undercoat. Hair is naturally hard, slightly wavy, not curly, but trimmed and arranged for display. It should be long enough to allow the structure to be appreciated. Too long hair spoils the silhouette and is not what you are looking for. Silky or woolly hair is a serious offense. The Petit Brabançon he has short hair. Hair is rough, smooth and shiny ; has at most 2 cm long.

Head ornament : At the griffon, the ornament (beard and mustache) It starts under the nose-eye line and runs from one ear to the other., covering well the muzzle and cheeks with a very abundant hair and longer than on the rest of the body. Above the eyes, the hair should be longer than on the rest of the skull and form the eyebrows.

Color

Griffon Bruxellois : Red, reddish ; a little black is tolerated on the headdress.
Griffon Belge : Negro, black and tan. Tan markings must be pure and uniform in color. They are presented, in the previous members, from foot to carpus, and in the hindquarters from the foot to the hock. These colors go up the inside of the limbs. They are also seen in the anterior part of the chest, cheeks, chin, on top of the eyes, on the inside of the ears, below the tail and around the anus. Black can be mixed with red-brown, which is accepted although pure black and black and tan are preferred.
Petit Brabançon : The same colors as the two Griffons. Has a dark mask. The gray in the mask of older dogs will not be penalized.

In all three breeds some white hairs on the front of the chest are accepted, although this feature is not sought.

Size and weight:

Weight: It varies between 3,5 to 6 kg.

Fouls:

disqualifying fouls:

Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
Nose depigmented or other than black.
Constantly visible tongue, being the mouth closed.
Twisting of the lower jaw.
Upper jaw that extends beyond the lower jaw.
Other colors other than those provided by the standard, such as gray, blue and fire, the brown and tan and the liver color (brown).
Any white stain.

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Griffon, Griff, Bruss (English).
2. Griffon bruxellois (French).
3. Griffon bruxellois (German).
4. (Portuguese).
5. Griffon bruxellois (español).

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German Spaniel
FCI 104 . Flushing Dogs

Origin: Germany

Character: Intelligent and docile

Weight: Male: 18 - 25 kg, Female: 18 - 25 kg

Height: Male: 48 - 54 cm., Female: 45 - 52 cm.

Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

The German Spaniel it is very appreciated especially for hunting.

Content

History

The study of the history of hunting teaches us that centuries ago there were hunting dogs very similar to the current one. German Spaniel. At that time they were used to hunt.

Breeding of the controlled breed in a studbook began in the early 20th century, with a few suitable bitches. The first representative of the German Spaniel was Mr. Augusta 1834 L, a Staufenberg dog in Upper Bavaria.

At first there were only brown dogs with partial white markings and dogs with white markings.. The latter had small red spots on the head and limbs, called "fire marks". It was the bitch Baby auf de Schanze 1838 L the one that introduced the roan in the race. Rudolf Friess, a dog fancier who for decades had a major influence on the breeding of the German Spaniel, introduced separate breeding of brown and roan varieties.

Despite the narrow initial breeding base, put in place an essential requirement to avoid damage due to inbreeding through selective mating. The separation of the two colors is also justified by a certain disparity in the natural qualities of the German Spaniel. Chestnut trees were easier to drive over short distances and more persistent on the track, while the roans had a highly developed penetration at long distances.

These different natural gifts are no longer a reliable differential criterion today, since in the meantime, for many reasons, there have been repeated crosses between the two color varieties. But, in principle, the separation still maintains a certain reserve of unrelated blood within the race today.

The German Spaniel it is and continues to be bred by hunters and for hunters as a hunting dog with great versatility.

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Physical characteristics

The German Spaniel it is a medium sized hunting dog, longhair, very muscular, with a noble head and strong bones. In general, they are longer than they are tall, but they should never give the impression of being tall.

Lively and very passionate about hunting, friendly and self-assured in their natural environment, very docile and very adaptable; neither shy nor aggressive.

The German Spaniel in some points:

– Has a well developed piercing,

– follow the path of hunting big and small with will and perseverance,

– give voice without hesitation,

– has a fine nose,

– he likes rapport and water,

– has a bite for hunting and vermin,

– Trained and properly managed, hunt without deviating from course over long distances; works as a Bloodhound and in the search for lost pieces; is a versatile hunting dog for tracking and hunting in ditches, heavily wooded areas and in the water. Since the beginning of the supervised breeding, the ability to stop has not been taken into account.

The coat is strong, glued, mostly wavy, occasionally also curly (Astrakhan), or long, flat with thick undercoat; not too long, especially not fine or silky; on the nape, often curled on the ears and rump; well furnished hindquarters and tail; the presence of a frill around the neck is frequent; the belly is also well provided with hair; muzzle and cranial region have short but tight hair; the ears are covered with curls or tight, wavy hair that extends beyond the edge of the pinna; the interdigital spaces have a tight hair but not too long.

The "German Retriever" is bred in two color varieties:

– Solid brown, more rarely also red; often with white or mottled markings on the chest and toes.
– Brown roan, more rarely also red roan; the background color consists of brown hairs, possibly red, intimately mixed with white hairs; often the head is brown, possibly red, with spots or also a mantle that extends all over the back ; this color variety includes variegated coats with a white background and large brown spots, possibly red, also the so-called "tiger" dogs, in which the white background is also mottled or mottled with small tufts of brown hair, possibly red; the latter can perfectly descend from monocolor parents.

All shades and variations of red are included in this term (red fox, red deer, red deer).

SIZE AND WEIGHT :

Males 48-54 cm.

females 45-52 cm.

Varies in relation to size, between some 18 and 25 kg.

Character and skills

Robust, brave, can work on all terrains, mainly forests and swamps. Active tracker, bush hunter, screaming on the road, he specializes in hunting small game but also in tracking foxes and large animals. He is a good collector, it is also a trail dog, able to search for wounded game. Loving, is appreciated as a companion. He is self-assured in his natural environment., while being endowed with a great capacity for adaptation.

They are not shy or aggressive, but they need a strong education that starts soon.

Education

Kind, affectionate and docile, the German Spaniel has these wonderful predispositions by nature. But with one condition, and not the least. Because this dog needs a lot more exercise, education and activity from the beginning of what a family or active people can offer. Being on the go is not enough. The German Spaniel want more. It can and should do more than just be a family dog. Idleness goes against their nature. You need qualified training as a hunting dog that will challenge you mentally and physically. If you are successful, this passionate hunter will prove to be an obedient and loyal companion.

Health

The German Spaniel have a slight predisposition to hip dysplasia. Breeders are very careful not to breed animals with this predisposition. This will greatly reduce this deficiency.

On the other hand, floppy ears predispose this dog to ear infections (and more for dogs used to getting into the water).

Grooming

The coat of the German Spaniel is perfectly adapted to your lifestyle. Dirt doesn't seem to stick to hair, even if he walks through the bushes for hours. A weekly brushing is enough. He usually decides when it's time to bathe. Showering in summer is a moment of well-being that you enjoy.

Characteristics "German Spaniel"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "German Spaniel" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Affection level ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

Images "German Spaniel"

Photos:

1 – Deutscher Wachtel by Steffen Heinz (Caronna), CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – German Spaniel by https://pixabay.com/de/photos/deutscher-wachtelhund-jagdhund-4748569/
3 – German Spaniel by https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Deutscher_Wachtel.jpg
4 – German Spaniel by https://pixabay.com/de/photos/deutscher-wachtelhund-hund-haustier-5753477/
5 – German Spaniel by https://pixabay.com/de/photos/deutscher-wachtelhund-jagdhund-4763510/
6 – German Spaniel by https://pixabay.com/de/photos/deutscher-wachtelhund-jagdhund-4905048/

Videos "German Spaniel"

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

– FCI – Group 8: Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs – Section 2: Retrievers ⓘ

FCI breed standard "German Spaniel"

Origin:

Germany

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

24.07.1996

Use:

Hunting dog, versatile hunting dog.

General appearance:

The German Retriever is a medium-sized hunting dog., Longhair, very muscular, with noble head and strong bones. Overall it is longer than it is tall and in no way gives the impression of having long limbs..

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

• Relationship between body length and height at withers = 1,2 : 1
• Relationship between chest height and height at withers = 0,5 : 1
• Relationship between the length of the snout and the length of the skull = 1 : 1

Behavior / temperament:

He is lively and very passionate about hunting.; He is friendly and safe in his environment; very docile and adaptable, is not fearful or aggressive.

The German Retriever is:

• Equipped with a strong will to search.
• It is safe in search of traces or clues.
• Reliably has a continuous bark.
• Has a fine sense of smell.
• Has a pronounced taste for charging and for water.
• It is sharp for hunting wild and predatory animals..
• In its corresponding initiation and direction, hunting independently, extensive and controlled. It is reliable when working as a bloodhound and to search for lost prey.; It is a versatile utility hunting dog for working in dense places., in the forest and in the water. The suitability for the sample was not considered from the beginning of the breeding of this breed..

Head:

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Cranial region:

Skull : Flattened, moderately wide; the occipital protuberance is not noticeable.
Depression links (Stop) : Only slightly marked.

facial region:

Truffle : big and dark, with wide open windows; depigmentation in small spots is considered a lack; the ram's nose beautifies the dog.
Snout : Strong, with wide nose shank along its entire length; slightly rounded downwards, never pointed, no shorter than the skull.
Lips : Straight, dry, rigorously adjusted, pigmented according to coat color.
Mandible / Teeth : Complete bite with 42 teeth in the following order (schematic seen from the front):Right M P C I I C P M Left Upper maxillary 2 4 1 3 3 1 4 2 Upper jaw——————Lower jaw 3 4 1 3 3 1 4 3 Lower jaw(Explanation of the initials of the dental formula : I = incisors, C = fangs, P = premolars, M = Molars).The incisors of the upper jaw closely overlap those of the lower jaw, forming a scissor bite.; pincer bite is tolerated; teeth are well developed; strong bite.
Cheeks : Thin with close-fitting skin; non-protruding cheekbones.

Eyes : Medium brown color, dark as possible, medium-sized, placed a little oblique, Neither prominent nor sunken; eyelids well adjusted to the eyeball; no visible nictitating membrane. The edge of the eyelids with eyebrows.

Ears : High and wide insertion, flattened; without being twisted, They hang very close behind the eyes; they are not thick, neither fleshy nor limp; regularly developed hair covers protruding from the inner edge of the ears. The ear turned forward reaches up to the nose.

Neck:

Strong; especially well muscled neck; forms an obtuse angle in its transition towards the cross; begins with no visible loose skin and extends toward the chest without forming a double chin.

Body:

top line : In each of the regions the upper line is straight and gradually connects them to each other; the rump is slightly descending; the tail is carried as an extension of the line of the back or slightly hanging.
Cross : Strong and marked.
Back : Short and firm, without sinking behind the cross.
Pork loin : Powerfully muscular, so it gives the impression of serancho.
Rump : Slightly descending, never higher than the cross, situated a little below the height of the cross.
Breast : Seen from the front it is oval and reaches below the elbow when viewed from the side. long thorax, well arched; It is neither barrel-shaped nor flattened..
Lbottom line and belly : From the last false rib back it is moderately retracted; Also in its lower part it is as much as possible completely covered with hair and dense undercoat..

Tail:

At rest, carries it as a continuation of the upper line in a straight or downward manner; in excitement or with lively movement lifts it slightly; To avoid injuries from friction, it should be cut in the first three days of life to at most a third of its length. (amputation). (In countries where amputation is prohibited, can remain natural).

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS :

As a whole : Viewed from the front, they are straight and parallel; Seen from the side they are well plumb under the body, with good angles.
Shoulder : Powerfully muscular; scapulae oblique and directed backwards.
Arm : During movement it is stuck very close to the thorax.
Elbows : Very close to the body, no inward or outward deviation.
Forearm : Straight, the parts near the joints are not hypertrophied or rickety.
Articulation of the carpus : Strong.
Metacarpus : Slightly leaning forward.
Previous feet : Spoon-shaped, fingers close together; Cat's or hare's feet are undesirable; hard pads, strong and well pigmented; strong nails, well worn.

LATER MEMBERS :

As a whole : Seen from the side, they present good angulation in the knee and tibiotarsal joints.; Seen from behind they are straight and parallel; They are not barrel-shaped or cow-shaped.; strong bones.
Thigh : Wide and very muscular; good angulation between the pelvis and thigh.
Knee : Strong, with good angulation between thigh and leg.
Leg : Long, muscular and tendon.
Warm-foot joint : Strong.
Metatarsus : Short, vertical.
Hind feet : Like the previous ones.

Movement:

Fluid and space-encompassing; the limbs slide straight and parallel closely to the body.

Mantle

SKIN : Resistant, well stuck; It does not form wrinkles or is pigmented.

HAIR : Strong, densely packed; It is mostly wavy, although sometimes also curly (Astrachan) long straight hair, with dense undercoat; not very long, neither thin nor hardly silky; on the nape, ears and rump is frequently curly; on the back of the limbs and on the tail it has good feathers; frequently forms a ruff on the neck (with a goal); also the belly is well covered with hair; on the snout and on the skull, the hair is short, but dense; the ears are covered with curls or thick wavy hair, the inner edge also protrudes; the spaces between the fingers are covered with dense but not too long hair.

COLOR :

The German Retriever is bred in two color varieties:

• Uniform brown color, rarely also red*; often with white marks or splattered on the chest and fingers.
• Brown roan, also rarely red roan*; The basic color is made up of brown or red hairs densely mixed with white.; often with brown or red head*; like this with plates or a coat over the entire back. This color variety also includes spotted ones with a white basic color and large brown or red plates*, as well as colored dogs called “tiger” in which the basic white color is dotted or speckled in addition to brown or red streaks*, even if they come from parents of a single color. In both color varieties there are red marks* (fire)on the eyes, on the snout, on the extremities and around the anus.
*) All varieties of red tones belong to these. (red fox, roe deer red, deer red).

Size and weight:

Height to the cross :

Males 48 – 54 cm..
females 45 – 52 cm..

WEIGHT : Varies depending on size, approximately between 18 – 25 kg. (Females a little lighter than males).

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and the severity of it is considered to the extent of the deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

• Stop marked.
• Very deep lips, not closed.
• Lack of a PM1 premolar.
• Eyelids not tightly adjusted.
• Too narrow ear canals (provision for ear diseases).
• Barrel chest.
• Wide or thin ends.
• Thin hair, sparse or silky; belly little covered with hair; leather earflap (without hair).
• Weight and size slightly more or less than indicated.

SERIOUS FAULTS :

• Skin diseases (dermatitis, atopy).
• Missing teeth (except the lack of a PM1).

MISS PLAYOFFS :

• Aggressive or fearful.
• Weakness of character, shyness of wild animals or gunshots.
• Serious bite defects (prognatismo superior, lower, incisor arcade deviated).
• Ectropion, entropion.
• Black hair color.

N.B.:

• Males must have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Deutscher Wachtelhund (German quail dog) (English).
2. Chien d’oysel (French).
3. Deutscher Wachtel (German).
4. (em alemão: Deutscher Wachtelhund) (Portuguese).
5. Spaniel alemán, (en alemán deutscher wachtelhund) (español).

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Golden Retriever
FCI 111 . Retrievers

Origin: United Kingdom, Scotland

Character: Loving and sensitive

Weight: 31 and 36 kg

Height: 51 to 61 cm.

Life expectancy: 10 to 12 years

The development of Golden Retriever it's quite slow. He does not physically become an adult until 18 months of age.

Content

History

The origin of the «Golden Retriever», a specialized hunter in charge of returning the hunted game, it is quite discussed.

It may have originated in the Caucasus Mountains, where he was raised from a group of dogs related to him Leonberger, and then brought to Britain in the 19th century, or that it descends from a couple of dogs bought in 1858 to a Russian circus for a future English lord, Sir Dudley Marjoribanks.

Behind the myth, we know that this man, also known as Lord Tweedmouth, I raised dogs since 1835. It is said that he made a decisive crossing between two subjects destined to become the great ancestors of the Golden Retriever. In fact, had a Wavy Coated Terrier yellow, called Nous, as well as a female Tweed Water Spaniel, called belle. In a photograph in which Nous poses, we discovered a curly dog, whose size, bone structure and head appear powerful.

In 1868, Lord Tweedmouth apareó a Nous y Belle. The historic litter is born. It is made up of a male, called crocus, and three females, There is, Primrose y Cowslip. The breeder then continues a patient work of inbreeding selection with two yellow females and another Tweed Water, a male named Tweed. In this lineage there are two black Retrievers, Sambo and Tracer, a Irish Setter, Sampson, as well as a Bloodhound sand-colored. This selection work was recorded in his breeding book, preserved today by the English Kennel Club.

The Lord's goal was to create a race that met the requirements of a "gentleman farmer«, that is to say, a dog with an impeccable nose for hunting waterfowl, but also with excellent skills in fields as varied as rescue or assistance to people with disabilities. He had to be an intelligent and loyal companion, be patient with children and calm at home.

In 1903, the English Kennel Club accepted the registration of the first Goldens, registered as Flat-coated Retriever variety Golden.

English Winifired Charlesworth, which contributed greatly to the recognition of the Flat-coated Retriever like a different race, wrote the first standard for the breed Golden Retriever in 1910.

In 1911 created the Golden Retriever Club of England and the English Kennel Club recognized the Golden Retriever as a race in its own right.

In France, the Retrievers most common were Labradors, and only in the decade of 1930, through breeding, the first appeared Golden Retriever in the territory. A first French litter was officially registered with the English Kennel Club in 1934, produced by the Conde Jules de Bonvouloir (with the affix «of Saint-Jean-du-Bois«). The latter became president of the Retriever Club de France in the years 40.

The popularity of the Golden Retriever grew dramatically from the end of the years 80, becoming one of the favorite dogs of the French for its friendly nature, franco, playful and helpful.

Physical characteristics

The Golden Retriever is similar in appearance to Labrador Retriever. It is a harmonious dog, powerful and robust, but with a soft expression. His head is wide, his nose is black and his eyes, very separate, are dark brown. His ears are medium in size and hanging, placed at eye level. The tail is carried over the back, does not curl and reaches the hock.

The coat of the Golden it's thick and silky. Hair is straight or wavy, fringed. The undercoat is thick and the exudate (a kind of fat secreted by the skin) makes it very waterproof and protects it from the cold, so the Golden it can stay a long time in streams and rivers without any problem, even in winter.

The webbed shape of its legs also makes it easy to retrieve waterfowl.

The coat colors accepted by the standard are creamy white to dark gold. Snow white colors are not supported, Mahogany, chocolate or black.

Size and weight

Character and skills

The Golden Retriever he is naturally meek, friendly and devoted to his caretaker. If as a puppy it can be exuberant, as an adult it is a calm and serene dog, who feels true passion for his family, of which he is considered a full member, to the point of overflowing with love for children. For its gentle character, suits young families and older people alike.

He is a tireless playmate, a dog full of life, who cannot stand loneliness and needs a presence by his side. So, will be unhappy if separated too often from their masters. Sometimes it has a "sticky" side, he likes to please his master by bringing slippers or mail, for example. To put it plainly, pleasing his owner also pleases himself.

The Golden Retriever do not have a natural guardian instinct and come into contact with strangers, both humans and animals, quite easily.

The Golden Retriever it is one of the most intelligent dog breeds, since he understands everything that happens around him.

Although they prefer the countryside, the Golden Retriever they also adapt very well to living in an apartment, provided they are given long walks several times a day. In fact, whether it rains or it is windy, you need to do exercise.

Education

Despite her soft mischievous eyes, the Golden Retriever needs a gentle and firm education at the same time. In effect, he is a real comedian, and before her charming eyes, one soon lets oneself be overwhelmed by a love that grows every day, but what can make one go blind.

As the Golden Retriever he's a bit stubborn when he's young, their education must be done through encouragement and not coercion. Otherwise, his stubborn and somewhat independent character will resurface, making it difficult to re-establish trust between the owner and the dog.

Last, the Golden Retriever usually have a very good relationship with others Golden Retriever, but it is important to socialize it as soon as possible.

Health

The development of Golden Retriever it's quite slow. He does not physically become an adult until 18 months of age, and your character will stabilize around the 4 years, or even more in some individuals. Its growth must be closely monitored, especially in the skeleton. As with all large dog breeds, it is preferable to avoid jumping and stairs while he is a puppy so as not to risk damaging the cartilage of his joints.

The Golden Retriever is also predisposed:

Patella dislocation and torn cruciate ligaments;
certain diseases of the musculoskeletal system (Hip Dysplasia, elbow dysplasia);
Certain eye diseases (congenital and hereditary cataracts, progressive retinal atrophy…);
Certain skin diseases (atopia, dermatitis piotraumática, ictiosis…);
Piometrio, a severe uterine infection affecting older, unspayed females.

It also, the Golden Retriever is especially prone to Hip Dysplasia. It is advisable to ensure that the parents are free of these conditions when buying a puppy, requesting the creator of Golden Retriever x-rays and screening tests of the parents.

Last, in regards to the atopia, there is a racial component and not only a family. So, this condition can be triggered even if the parents are free of it.

Life expectancy

Of 10 to 12 years

Grooming

The Golden Retriever have moderate hair loss, even during its annual molt.

But, it is advisable to brush it weekly to detect possible parasites and spikelets, and even daily during the shedding period.

On the other hand, it is preferable not to wash the dog too often, as there is a risk of damaging the natural protection formed by its rough undercoat and oozing.

Last, like the ears of the Golden Retriever they are down, they are fragile. Thus, it is recommended to clean them regularly with suitable products to avoid ear infections.

Use

The Golden Retriever, a race created for this purpose, is primarily a hunting dog, who likes to return game pieces to his master, preferably dead, and often falls into the water. It also, naturally gifted for work, swimming is his favorite sport.

But the Golden Retriever it is also one of the most popular companion dogs.

It also, It is often used for its qualities as a support dog for patients, disabled assistance dog, guide dog for the blind, but also as a rubble dog, drug or bomb search.

Last, the Golden Retriever they are also in high demand today as show dogs.

Price

The purchase price of a Golden Retriever ranges between €500 and €1000 and its maintenance ranges between 1400 and 1500 EUR.

Characteristics "Golden Retriever"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Golden Retriever" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

– FCI – Group 8: Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs – Section 1: Retrievers ⓘ
– AKC – Sporting ⓘ
– ANKC – Group 3 (Gundogs) ⓘ
– CKC – Sporting Dogs ⓘ
– KC – Gundog ⓘ
– NZKC – Gundog ⓘ
– UKC – Gun Dogs ⓘ

FCI breed standard "Golden Retriever"

Origin:

United Kingdom, Scotland

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

24.06.1987

Use:

Retriever hunting and shooting.

General appearance:

Harmonious, provided, Active, powerful, with gathered movements; well built and with a caring expression.

Behavior / temperament:

Docile, intelligent and possessing an innate ability for work. Kind, friendly and confident.

Head:

Proportionate and well molded.

Cranial region:

Skull: Spacious without being clumsy, well inserted into the neck.
Depression links (Stop): Well defined.

facial region:

Truffle: Preferably black.
Snout: Powerful, wide and deep. The length of the muzzle should be approximately equal to the distance between the stop and the occipital bone.
Jaws / Teeth: Strong JAWS, with a perfect, regular and complete scissor bite, that is to say, that the internal face of the upper incisors is in contact with the external face of the lower incisors, the teeth being placed at right angles to the jaws.

Eyes: Dark brown, well separated; The eye rims must be dark.

Ears: Medium-sized, implanted approximately at eye level.

Neck:

Good length, net and muscular.

Body:

Balanced.

Back: Horizontal top line.
Pork loin: Strong and muscular, short.
Breast : Well descended in the sternal region. Deep well sprung ribs.

Tail:

Implanted and carried at the level of the back, reaching the Hock; without curling at the tip.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:Straight and of good bones.

Shoulder: Well oblique, with long scapulae.

Arms: The same length as the scapulae, which makes the front limbs are well placed under the body.

Elbows: Glued to the body.

LATER MEMBERS:Strong and muscular.

Knee: Well angulated femoro-tibio-patellar joint.

Leg: Long.

Hocks: Well descended; seen from behind they must appear parallel, not turned neither in nor out. Cow hocks are very undesirable.

Movement:

Powerful, with a lot of push. The fore and hind limbs move in planes parallel to the axis of the body. Long and free step, without any tendency to lift the above.

Mantle

HAIR: smooth or wavy, with good fringes and with a dense and waterproof undercoat.

COLOR: Any shade of gold or cream, neither red nor mahogany. Only the presence of a few white hairs on the parapet is allowed..

Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

The males between 56 and 61 cm. (22-24 inches).
The females among 51 and 56 cm. (20-22 inches).

Fouls:

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

• Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
• Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.

N.B.:

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Golden (English).
2. Retriever Golden (French).
3. Golden (German).
4. Golden (Portuguese).
5. Cobrador dorado (español).

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German Shorthaired Pointer
FCI 119 . Braque Type

Origin: Germany

Character: Intelligent and faithful

Weight: 25 to 30 Kg

Height: 58 to 66 cm.

Life expectancy: 12 to 14 years

A strong hunting instinct is the most important characteristic of the German Shorthaired Pointer

Content

History

The German Shorthaired Pointer (Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund, It is a breed of dog developed in the 1800 in Germany, used for hunting.

The exact origin of the German Shorthaired it is not clear. In accordance with the American Kennel Club, it is likely that the German Shorthaired Pointer is a descendant of a race known as German Bird Dog, which in turn is connected with the Old Spanish Pointer introduced in Germany in the 17TH century.

It is also likely that within their ancestors are German dogs and other tracking dogs, as the English Pointer. But, as the first studbook was not created until 1870, It is impossible to identify all the dogs that were needed to create this race.

Physical characteristics

It is a versatile dog, without a doubt the most complete and efficient for hunting breed, thanks to their physical qualities and innate aptitudes, Standing out mainly in:

Find and display the birds elegantly.
Collect both land and water without distinguishing between the hair and feather.
It is the best companion of the bird of prey and the most characteristic in the art of falconry..
Prove your courage facing animals as temperamental and determined as the wild boar.
Able to follow a trail of blood as well as a Bloodhound.
In the home is the faithful, patient and excellent companion of children.

The breed emerged in the 19th century due to the need for a versatile dog, that serve for the various forms of hunting, instead of having a different race for each specialty. With the hunting characteristics set, German breeders began the work of selecting dogs for its kind, and arriving at the end of the 19th century to the first racial standard, which over time, It has undergone changes to adapt to the natural evolution of forms of hunting.

Its main characteristics are:

A special smell.
A persistent and effective search.
Great passion for work in water.
Elegant style.
Great physical resistance.
The courage to face large and aggressive animals without hesitation.
Higher than normal canine intelligence (ranks 17 in Stanley Coren's list: "The Intelligence of Dogs").
The males measure of 62 to 66 cm and females in 58 to 63 cm., and weigh in 25 to 30 Kg.
Coupled with this and its easy training, It is currently one of the most prized hunting worldwide breeds.

The sample in the German Shorthaired Pointer it is par excellence a moment of great beauty and emotion, a true expression of the hunting art. It is the culmination of an extensive search, in which the dog after traveling many kilometers, among bushes, thorns, slopes, ravines or immense Plains, Locate the bird carried by their emanations, this makes the German Shorthaired Pointer the best and inseparable companion of the versatile hunter.

The layer of German Shorthaired Pointer, it is short and flat with a dense coat protected by stiff hairs to make the coat waterproof and allow the dog to keep warm in cold climates. The color can be dark brown which in English is defined as "liver" color (incorrectly as "chocolate" or "chestnut"), black (Despite any area of black it is grounds for disqualification in American Kennel Club), either liver and black or black and white.

Commonly the head is a solid or almost solid color with the body being mottled or "marked" with liver and white., sometimes with large solid-colored spots called "saddle".

Although the standard of German Shorthaired Pointer allows a slightly sandy coloring (“Marca Gelber”) in the extremities, This color is rare, any yellow coloration in contests of sample is by the AKC and the CKC, and the dog is disqualified.

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a longer life expectancy than many breeds of the same size, generally they live between 12 and 14 years, There have been cases of copies that have lived in 16 to 18 years.

The characteristic coloration of German Shorthaired Pointer provides you with unrivaled camouflage in winter seasons. To be standing next to dead trees and in the dirty snow, the mixture of the colors of Brown layer, black and white makes the dog bit visible.

Character and skills

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The race generally along well with other dogs, Although females seem to be much more dominant in the interaction. A strong hunting instinct is the most important characteristic of this breed., It is not always good if you share a home with other small pets such as cats and rabbits.

But with a proper training, the German Shorthaired Pointer, You will learn to distinguish what is the prey and what is not, which is why, You can live in a friendly manner with other family pets.

The German Shorthaired Pointer needs a good daily dose of exercise, since it is an energetic animal and needs to spend that accumulated energy, if he is not given physical activity he will seem hyperactive and may develop destructive tendencies.

It is good to take into account that this race is not a pet suitable for a home of sedentary or owners without experience.

The German Shorthaired Pointer he is good with children, but be careful because the breed can be a little gross, especially when they are puppies.

Characteristics "German Shorthaired Pointer"

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "German Shorthaired Pointer" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

FCI ⓘ, AKC ⓘ, ANKC ⓘ, CKC ⓘ, KC ⓘ, NZKC ⓘ, UKC ⓘ

FCI breed standard "German Shorthaired Pointer"

Origin:

Germany

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

25.10.2000

Use:

Versatile hunting dog.

General appearance:

It is a noble and harmonious dog, whose constitution indicates strength, endurance and speed. His upright bearing, its fluid lines, his lean head, its good tail bearing, its stiff and shiny coat, Just as its broad and harmonious movements highlight its nobility..

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The length of the trunk should slightly exceed the height of the withers.

Behavior / temperament:

Energetic, balanced, reliable and submissive, nor nervous, nor shy, nor aggressive.

Head:

Enjuta, marked, neither too light nor too heavy; corresponding in length and volume to the shape of the body and sex.

Cranial region:

Skull: Wide enough, slightly domed, little pronounced occipital process, not very deep frontal furrow, visibly well-developed brow ridges.
Depression links (Stop): Moderately developed.

facial region:

Truffle: A little outstanding, with sufficiently open nostrils, wide and mobile. Basically brown, but black in black or black-roan dogs. A truffle with spots or color Meat is allowed only in dogs whose coat has a white background.
Snout: It is long, width, deep and strong to facilitate the correct collection of the prey. The nasal cannula shows a slight convexity in profile., which can range from a nobly arched shape to a slight elevation in relation to the horizontal, all of this much more accentuated in males. A straight nose cane, equally admissible, is less appreciated. The concave nasal cannula constitutes a serious fault.
Lips: Adherents, not too saggy, well pigmented. From the truffle, the lips fall almost vertically to the point where they separate and then extend with a slight curve to the moderately marked corners of the lips.
Jaws / Teeth: The jaws must be robust with perfect teeth, regular and complete, scissor articulated, that is to say that the upper incisors must cover the lower incisors in close contact. Should have 42 healthy teeth placed vertically in the jaws.
Cheeks: Strong, with good musculature.

EYES: Medium-sized, no bumps, or sunk. The ideal color is brown. The eyelids should be well adjusted.

EARS: Of average length, high and wide implantation, smooth, they hang flat and close to the sides of the head, with rounded tips. Not very meaty, not too thin. forward positions, they arrive near the corner of the mouth.

Neck:

Of length proportional to the body, progressively widening towards the shoulders. The neck is very muscular and slightly arched.. The skin of the throat rigorously adherent to it.

Body:

top line: Straight and slightly descending. Cross: Marked.
Back: Strong, with good musculature. The spinous processes must be covered by musculature.
Pork loin: Short, width, muscular, straight or slightly arched. The solid and compact dorso-lumbar transition.
Rump: Wide and long enough, without ending abruptly, but leaning only slightly towards the tail. Well muscled.
Chest: Deeper than wide, with well-marked parapet; the sternum reaching back as far as possible. The sternum and elbow joint should be placed at the same height. Well arched ribs, neither flattened nor barrel-shaped. Posterior ribs well descending.
bottom line: Enjuta, rising slightly with a graceful curve back.

Tail:

High implementation, strong at insertion with gradual thinning to the tip, medium length. For use in hunting it should be cut approximately in half. At rest it falls; in movement he carries it horizontally and not too much above the line of the back; should never be considerably bent. (In countries where legislation prohibits tail docking, it can remain in its natural form. It should reach up to the hock and be carried horizontally or slightly saber-shaped.).

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

General appearance: Viewed from the front they are straight and parallel; in profile they can be seen well placed below the body.
Shoulder: Oblique and well attached scapulae, leaning back. Vigorous and tight muscles. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
Arm: as long as possible, with good muscles that are not thick.
Elbows: Close to the body but not too tight; They do not present outward or inward deviations; They are placed well back. Proper angulation between the arm and forearm. Forearm: Straight, with enough muscles. Strong bones, but not thick.
Articulation of the carpus: Strong.
Metacarpus: Minimum angulation between the forearm and the metacarpus, never in a vertical position.
Previous feet: They can be round or spoon-shaped., with fingers well together and sufficiently arched. Strong nails. Hard, durable pads. Their positions are parallel, without deviations outwards or inwards, both at rest and in motion.

LATER MEMBERS:

General appearance: Seen from behind they are straight and parallel, with good angles. Your bones are strong.
Thighs: Long, wide and muscular. With good angulation between the hip and thigh.
Knees: Powerful, with good angulation between thigh and leg. Legs: long, muscular and sinewy. Good angulation between the leg and the metatarsal.
Warm-foot joint (Hock): Powerful. Metatarsus: Strong and upright.
Hind feet: According to the previous.

Movement:

Spacious with a lot of drive, with a corresponding stride. Front and hind limbs straight and parallel. Stand upright. Amble is not desirable.

Mantle

SKIN: Well stuck, without forming folds.

Fur: short and tight, It should be rough and hard to the touch. On the head and ears it should be thinner and shorter. Not visibly longer at the bottom of the tail. It must cover the whole body.

Color:

Brown, without stains.
Brown with small white spots or mottling on the chest and limbs.
Brown roan with brown head; plates or mottled brown.

The basic color of a dog described in this way is neither brown with white nor white with brown., But the coat forms such an intimate mixture of white and brown that it results in a discreet exterior appearance much appreciated for practical use during hunting.. The color is often lighter on the inside of the hind limbs as well as on the tip of the tail..

Light brown roan with brown head, plates or mottled brown, the sin plates. In this type of color, the brown hairs are less numerous and the white ones dominate.
White, with brown head, with brown plaques or mottling.
Black color with the same nuances as brown or roan colors.
Yellow fire stains are allowed.
An elongated, striped white spot on the forehead and red lips are allowed..

Size and weight:

Height to the cross:

Males: 62 to 66 cm..
females: 58 to 63 cm..

Fouls:

Faults in general construction, insufficiency in the type inherent to the sex.
Too short snout.
Very heavy lips, or very light.
Missing two teeth (PM1 y M3), That is, the four PM1 and the two M3 cannot be missing more than two teeth at most..
Eyes too light, raptor eyes (light yellow).
Very long ears, or very short, or very heavy, or very narrow insertion, or curled ears.
Sagging skin in the throat.
Slightly convex back (carp back).
Croup too short.
Chest too deep.
Tail carried too high above the dorsal line or tail very bent.
Elbows or feet turned outward or inward. Fingers too open or too closed.
Too straight rear angles.
Slightly barrel hocks, cow or cerrado.

SERIOUS FAULTS:

Heavy general constitution, lymphatic, coarse bones.
Stop marked.
Flesh-colored or spotted nose (except dogs with white fur).
Pointed snout, concave muzzle.
Partial or complete pincer bite. (In dogs older than 4 years does not influence its assessment the presence of the so-called age clamp, provided that a German Shorthaired Pointer Club has confirmed the presence of a correct bite at previous shows).
Noticeably arched back. Slightly bowed back.
Lack of chest depth, little marked parapet. Rib cage too narrow or too wide (in barrel).
Elbows turned too far out or in.
Loose carpal joint, too relaxed.
Metacarpo vertical.
Cow or barrel corvejones, both at rest and in motion.
Croup and hind limbs too high.
Fingers too far apart.
Flat feet.
walk hard, heavy.

Variations of more than 2 cm at the aforementioned heights of the cross.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
Severely atypical sexual characteristics.
Missing more than two teeth out of the total 4 PM1 y 2 M3. Missing one or more teeth (except PM1 and M3). Teeth that are not visible are considered missing., unless a German Shorthaired Pointer Club has confirmed its presence at a previous show.
Upper or lower prognathism. Deviated incisor arch and all transitional forms.
Supernumerary teeth or teeth outside the dental line.
Harelip, split palate.
very loose eyelids, ectropion, entropion. Distichisis (double lash line).
Marked lordosis. Deformation of the spine (scoliosis)
Deformed rib cage, p. e.g.. "reduced chest".
Dewclaws with or without bones.
Any lack of character.

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. GSP, DK (English).
2. GSP, DK (French).
3. Deutscher kurzhaariger, Vorstehhund, Deutsch Kurzhaar, Kurzhaar, GSP, DK (German).
4. Pointer alemão, Perdigueiro (Portuguese).
5. GSP, DK (español).

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German Wirehaired Pointer
FCI 98 . Braque Type

Origin: Germany

Character: Strong and loyal

Weight: 30 to 40 Kg

Height: 57 to 68 cm.

Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

The German Wirehaired Pointer is very affectionate, active and intelligent.

Content

History

The German Wirehaired Pointer (Drahthaar) es una raza de origen alemán.

In this long-haired Hunter dog is gathers the blood of hounds, hunters of birds, water dogs and hunting with Falcons and therefore has a tendency to great versatility.

The origin of this breed has barely a century. A group of breeders set out to obtain Pointing Dogs hard hair. Pointing Dogs rough-haired Germans, the Pudelpointer, the Griffon and the German Shorthaired Pointer they contributed to the formation of the breed. Some experts added to the Airedale Terrier and to the Italian Rough-Haired Hound to this list of participants in the creation of the German Wirehaired Pointer.

As of the year 1879 pure breeding was carried out and the essential characteristics of the breed were established.

In the year 1897, the Baron Schorlemer established the first standard of the German Wirehaired Pointer and this was the basis for the current pure breeding. It became one of the main hunting breeds in Germany in the latter part of the 20th century..

Physical characteristics

It is strong, muscular, under, of flowing lines, is medium-sized. Heavy dogs are not desirable. Some specimens are likely to develop hip dysplasia, ear infections, genetic eye diseases and skin cancer.

Coat colors vary, can be solid liver color, black and white with liver markings, liver color with white markings, solid black and a mixture of three colors.

The coat of the German Wirehaired Pointer, has as the most distinctive characteristic of the breed, the functional hirsute. A dog must have a correct fur to be of the correct type. The layer is resistant to weathering and, to some extent, water repellent. The inner layer is dense enough to insulate you from the cold winter, but it is fine in summer. The distinctive outer layer of the breed is straight, hard, rough to the touch and lisa. In the ears, the head and legs the hair is smoother.

The weight of the males is of 34 to 40 kg. And in females, of 30 to 36 kg. Measuring the males of 61 to 68 cm and females 57 to 64 cm..

Character and skills

The German Wirehaired Pointer is very affectionate, active and intelligent. It seems that you have always wanted to learn and is very loyal to his family, You need a reference person who knows how to set the limits. Like it to be occupied and enjoy working with its owner. They are friendly with people who know and reserved with strangers, They must be socialized at an early age.

They need plenty of exercise, any type of game that includes searching for objects on any type of terrain, will be your happy Pointer. It has a very fine sense of smell that allows it to track and recover any object both on land and in the water..

Characteristics "German Wirehaired Pointer"

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

FCI ⓘ, AKC ⓘ, ANKC ⓘ, CKC ⓘ, KC ⓘ, NZKC ⓘ, UKC ⓘ

FCI nomenclature race "German Wirehaired Pointer"

FCI breed standard "German Wirehaired Pointer"

Origin:

Germany

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

25.10.2000

Use:

According to the objective, it was the creation of a versatile hunting dog, the German Wirehaired Pointer, must display all qualifications required for field hunting work, the forest and in the water, before and after shot.

General appearance:

Pointer dog of noble appearance, with hard fur, perfect skin protector, with attentive and energetic expression. Your movements must be harmonic, fluids, broad and full of strength.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: Body length and withers height should preferably be equal. The length of the body can exceed the height of the withers up to 3 cm..

Behavior / temperament:

companies, with self-control, balanced, unafraid of the hunt. Must not be shy or aggressive.

Head:

proportionate to body size and gender. The axes of the skull and nasal bridge are slightly divergent..

Cranial region:

Skull: Plano, only slightly rounded on the sides; moderately wide; the supra-orbital arch visibly developed.
Fronto-nasal depression (Stop): Very notorious.

facial region:

Truffle: Strongly pigmented corresponding to coat color; well open nostrils.
Snout: Long, broad, strong and deep. Slightly convex muzzle.
Lips: Thick, adjacent and not hanging. Good pigmentation corresponding to the color of the hair.
Jaws/Teeth: Big teeth. Strong JAWS, with an even and complete scissor bite, that is to say that the upper incisors fall exactly in front of the lower ones, the teeth being implanted perpendicular to the jaws. The dental formula consists of 42 parts.

EYES: as dark as possible, neither bulging nor sunken, with a lively and alert expression. Well adjoining eyelids, with well-pigmented edges.

EARS: Medium-sized, high and wide implantation, in the twisted.

Neck:

Medium length, heavily muscled; slightly arched topline, clean bottom line.

Body:

top line: Straight and slightly drooping. Cross: notorious.
Back: Strong, well muscled. Loins: Short, widths, muscular.
Rump: Long and wide, slightly droopy and well muscled. wide pelvis.
Breast : Broad and deep, with well-known sill and the sternum reaching as far back as possible. Well arched ribs.
bottom line: Dry, forming a graceful arc back; slightly tucked abdomen.

Tail:

Following the back line, preferably carried horizontally or slightly upwards, without looking steep. Neither too thick nor too thin. For use in hunting, the tail is conveniently shortened. (In those countries where the law prohibits amputation, the tail can appear natural: should reach to the hock and be carried slightly saber-shaped).

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

General appearance: Seen from the front, straight and parallel; seen from the sides, well positioned under the body. The distance from the floor to the elbows should be about the same as the distance from the elbows to the withers.
Shoulder: Shoulder blade tilted and directed backwards, heavily muscled. Good angulation between the scapula and the arm.
Arm: as long as possible, dry, good muscular.
Elbows: Adjacent to the body, without being twisted in or out, with good angulation between the arm and forearm. Forearm: Dried, perpendicular, strong bone.
carpal joint: Strong.
Metacarpus: Moderately forward leaning.
Previous feet: Oval, closed, with well-pigmented pads, thick enough, compact and resistant. Parallel position without turning in or out, both in static and in motion.

LATER MEMBERS:

General appearance: Seen from behind, straight and parallel, with good knee and hock angulations. Strong bones.
Thighs: Long, broad and muscular, with good angulation between
pelvis and thigh.
Knee: Strong, with good angulation between thigh and leg. Legs: long, muscular and sinewy.
Hock: Strong.
Metatarsus: Short, perpendicular position.
Hind feet: Oval, well closed, with well-pigmented pads, thick enough, compact and resistant. parallel position, no turning in or out, both in static and in motion.

Movement:

Large, with good previous tread and good push; movement of the fore and hind limbs straight and parallel; distinguished bearing.

Mantle

SKIN: Tight, well adherent, no formation of wrinkles and folds.

Fur: Wire-haired (wire), dense and tight. The outer shell is about 2 to 4 cm length. With a dense internal waterproof fleece. Body contours should not be hidden under longer fur. The hair, Due to its hardness and density, it should offer good protection against inclement weather and against injuries.. The lower parts of the extremities, as well as the chest and abdomen must have shorter and yet dense hair. The head and ears have shorter and denser hair., but no softer. Highlighted eyebrows and a noticeable beard, not very long and with even harder hair, increase the energetic expression of the face.

Color:

speckled brown, with or without plates.
splattered black, with or without plates
Brown with or without white marking on the chest.
light roan (mixture of dominant white with brown or black hairs).
Other colors are not acceptable.

Size and weight:

cross height:

Males 61 - 68 cm..
females 57 - 64 cm..

Fouls:

Any deviation from the above mentioned criteria is considered to lack, and the gravity of this refers to the degree of deviation to the standard and its impact on the health and well-being of the dog.

SERIOUS FAULTS:

Short snout, thin or pointed.
weak bite.
very loose eyelids.
Overturned or convex back.
Markedly overbuilt dog.
Obviously twisted elbows in or out.
Cow hocks, very close together or clubbed legs both in static and in movement. continuous amble step, walking or jogging, numb or stumbling.
thin cloak, insufficient undercoat.

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
Any dog showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities.
weak temper, not stable to shot or shy; aggressiveness, restless temper, dog biting out of fear.
Upper or lower prognathism, twisted bite. Missing teeth except PM 1; canine tips too close together.
Entropion or ectropion, different colored eyes.
Without birth tail or with stump, twisted tail.
wrong pigmentation.

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

The latest changes are in bold.

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. Deutsch Drahthaar, Deutscher Drahthaariger, Vorstehhund Drahthaar (English).
2. Chien d’arrêt allemand à poil long (French).
3. auch Deutsch-Drahthaar (German).
4. Drahthaar (Portuguese).
5. Braco Alemán de Pelo Duro (español).

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German Roughhaired Pointer
FCI 232 . Braque Type

Origin: Germany

Character: Calm and balanced.

Weight: 20 - 29 kg

Height: Male: 60 - 70 cm., Female: 58 - 68 cm.

Life expectancy: 12 - 14 years

The German Roughhaired Pointer has a calm and balanced character.

Content

History

The German Roughhaired Pointer It is the oldest breed of wire-haired dogs. The history of German Roughhaired Pointer goes back many hundreds of years. Already in 1539 this breed of dog could be admired in bronze engravings. In 1888 Hans Von Kaddisch showed that this breed is not a variety of the Shorthaired Pointer Dog, but the wire-haired counterpart of the Old German Wirehaired Pointer, and that it was selected and developed from rare surviving subjects that had survived in Germany.

The breed club, founded in 1892 As the "Club Stichelhaar«, changed his name to "Verein Deutsch Stichelhaar" in 1976. Since the beginning, has applied the rules of purebred breeding from the beginning, and excludes any crossing with the English breeds.

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Physical characteristics

GERMAN BRISTY-COATED POINKING DOG — German Roughhaired Pointer

Males reach a withers height of 60 to 70 centimeters. Females are somewhat smaller, growing up to about 58 to 68 centimeters. The weight of a German Roughhaired Pointer it is usually between 20 and 29 kg.

The coat of this dog is hard and bristly. Is loose and has a moderate undercoat. The German Roughhaired Pointer comes in a variety of colors and patterns. They are often solid brown in color, or have a white patch on the chest. There are also light browns and grays. The dog's coat has a few 4 centimeters long.

The structure of this breed of dog is square and strong. He has a straight back line, leaning slightly towards the rump. The skull is widely built and slightly domed. The ears are smooth and hanging and have a high base. The appearance of the German Roughhaired Pointer reminds a German Wirehaired Pointer.

Character and skills

The German Roughhaired Pointer has a calm and balanced character. He is very easy to train and very willing to learn. His alertness and protective instincts are strong, but they can be controlled well.

The temperament of German Roughhaired Pointer it is usually quiet. Your temperament manifests when your abilities are nurtured through regular training. When you bring a German Roughhaired Pointer to your family, you have a new friendly roommate.

Your new pet is neither shy nor aggressive. If you keep your friend busy enough, will be a loyal companion. But, you must make it clear to him that you have the position of leader within the hierarchy. Only then will he be a loyal dog to you.

The German Roughhaired Pointer it is very popular with hunters. But, not suitable as a pure family dog. As this breed of dog is very self-confident, you should also be a strong leader.

Training

The natural instincts of German Roughhaired Pointer can be controlled well with proper training. The best way to do this is to train him to be a hunting dog.. The training of the German Roughhaired Pointer it is much more complex than that of other dogs. Just visiting a normal dog school is not enough. Usually the German Roughhaired Pointer it is only given to hunters for this reason.

Grooming

Health and Grooming

When it comes to grooming, the German Roughhaired Pointer it is similar to many other hunting dogs. So, the amount of grooming required is low. If you brush your four-legged friend's coat once a week, is perfectly enough. The German Roughhaired Pointer it is very robust in health. So, fortunately it is not very susceptible to disease.

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Type and recognitions:

FCI CLASSIFICATION:
Group :
Section : . .

Federations:

– FCI – Group 7: Pointing Dogs. – Section 1: Continental Pointing Dogs. 1.1: Braque Type ⓘ

FCI breed standard "German Roughhaired Pointer"

Origin:

Germany

Date of publication of the valid original standard:

29.11.2001

Use:

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General appearance:

He is a strong pointing dog, medium to large in size with a strong, hard coat and moderate beard.
Clearly accentuated eyebrows give the dog a irascible look. His temperament is calm and balanced.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS :

• The length of the body and the height at the shoulders should be equal if possible..
• Body length may slightly exceed shoulder height.

Behavior / temperament:

Balanced, quiet, robust, courageous but controlled, neither shy nor aggressive.

Head:

Proportionate to body size and according to sex.

Cranial region:

Skull : Slightly rounded, width seen from the side with the highest part of the convexity in the center. Occipital protuberance not too developed.
Stop: Gradually ascending fronto-nasal depression, not abruptly.

facial region:

Truffle : From light to dark brown, not flesh colored.
Snout : Long, strong, half-width. Not pointed. Straight nasal bridge.
Lips : They hang closed properly and form a fold at the corner of the lips..
Jaws / Teeth : Strong jaws. Teeth with a regular and complete appearance according to the dental formula, scissor bite.

Eyes : Slightly oval, medium-sized, clear, neither protruding nor sunken; eyelids that close tightly around the eyes. They are brown; when the fur is lighter, also the eyes can be lighter, but not yellow.

Ears : Long Middle, in its insertion not too wide, rounded at the bottom edge. High insertion, in all its width and symmetrical. They should not exceed the height of the occiput too much and hang without forming folds, close to the head..

Neck:

Medium length, strong, slightly arched at the nape; gradually widens downward until it is completely inserted into the chest; does not form a double chin.

Body:

top line : Straight, something descending.
Cross : Clearly marked.
Back : Straight, strong, well muscled, hard.
Pork loin : Muscular.
Rump : It is not too short and slightly descending.
Breast : deep rib cage, well accentuated front view. Well arched ribs, never flat.
Bottom line and belly : moderately retracted towards the back and strong especially in the flank area.

Tail:

Long Middle, strong at the base and with an insertion not too low. In countries where tail amputation is prohibited by law, it can remain at its natural length.. The length should be up to the joint of the hoof and straight and in any case its carriage with a slight upward curvature.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : Seen from the front, rights and parallels, seen in profile well placed under the body. The distance between the elbow and the ground should be slightly greater than the distance from the elbow to the withers.

Shoulder : Scapulas placed obliquely, strongly muscled.
Forearm : Not too long, heavily muscled.
Elbows : No outward or inward deviation.
Arm : Strong and straight.
Articulation of the carpus : Strongly developed.
Metacarpus : Strong and straight.
Previous feet : Round, tight. Large, hard pads, well arched nails.

LATER MEMBERS : Viewed from the back, straight and parallel, with strong bones, good muscular. Good tibio-tarsal angulation.

Thigh : Muscular, wide with good angulation towards the pelvis.
Knee : Strong with good angulation.
Leg : Long, muscular and tendon.
Warm-foot joint : Strong
Metatarsus : Placed under the tibiotarsal joints without being too inclined, but almost straight.
Hind Feet : Oval to round with toes close together and tight. Large, hard pads, well arched nails. Placed parallel without turning in or out.

Movement:

Covering the surface well, with good reach and strong thrust, parallel in the anterior and posterior with upright posture.

Mantle

SKIN : Tight, without forming wrinkles.

HAIR : On the body the hair should be tight, duro e hirsuto, placed in the direction of growth, loose and approximately 4 cm long. On the shoulders and lower part of the body the hair is somewhat longer and forms from the throat, down, on the central line of the chest and belly a short stripe or feather. Times, On the body there is a barely visible undercoat.

• On the snout, the hair forms a moderate beard, on the bridge of the nose the hair is short and coarse, It is not long or soft or falls to the sides. • On the skull, the hair is well glued, short and hard, above the ears somewhat longer than in the short-haired pointing dog and not as rough as above the skull.
• The head should be free of both soft and, woolly or silky. The eyebrows are thick and strong and the hair protrudes forward in a slanted and arched manner..
• On the front part of the forelimbs the short, hard hair is well attached., On the back it forms a somewhat longer feather from the elbow to the metacarpus..
• The hind limbs, On the back they also have a light feather up to the tibio-tarsal joint.. There are short hairs between the fingers, somewhat softer but should not stand out.
• The tail should be heavily covered with hair, well attached in the direction of growth. At the bottom the hair is somewhat longer but without forming a brush or flag.-

COLOR ;

• Brown with or without a white mark on the chest.
• Mottled brown with or without brown plates.
• Light mottling with or without brown patches.

Size and weight:

Height of the cross :

Males : 60 – 70 cm.
females : 58 – 68 cm..

Fouls:

• Heavy or coarse overall appearance.
• Exaggeratedly large head.
• Occiput with conical development, overdeveloped occipital protuberance.
• Flesh or black nose.
• Ears that are too long, with folds or fleshy.
• Sunken or steep back.
• Twisted forelimbs.
• Elbows markedly tilted outward or inward.
• Pie plano, open or turned outward, hare foot.
• Split back hair.

MISS PLAYOFFS :

• Shyness, afraid of shooting and hunting prey, aggressiveness, biting animal.
• Prognathism, enognatismo, crossbite, lack of teeth with the exception of two PM1
• Ectropion, entropion.
• By blando or semiblando (except for beard and eyebrows)
• Black fur, yellow or red marks on the head or limbs.

Any dog showing physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

N.B.:

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

Alternative names:

1. German Roughhaired Pointer , Stichelhaar (English).
2. Braque allemand à poil raide (French).
3. Stichelhaar (German).
4. (Portuguese).
5. Perro de muestra alemán de pelo cerdoso (español).

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Characteristics "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Adaptation ⓘ

friendly dog ​​ⓘ

hair loss ⓘ

Affection level ⓘ

Need for exercise ⓘ

Social need ⓘ

Home ⓘ

Toilet ⓘ

Friendly with strangers ⓘ

barking ⓘ

Health ⓘ

Territorial ⓘ

Cat friendly ⓘ

Intelligence ⓘ

Versatility ⓘ

Child friendly ⓘ

Surveillance ⓘ

joy ⓘ

History

Physical characteristics

Size and weight

Character and skills

Education

Health

Life expectancy

Grooming

Food

Use

Price

Images "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Videos "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Type and recognitions:

Federations:

FCI breed standard "Greyhound (English Greyhound)"

Use:

General appearance:

Head:

facial region:

Neck:

Body:

Tail:

Tips

Movement:

Mantle

Size and weight:

Fouls:

Alternative names:

Content

History

Physical characteristics

Character and skills

Education

Health

Grooming

Utility

Price

Characteristics "Griffon belge"

Adaptation ⓘ

friendly dog ​​ⓘ

hair loss ⓘ

Affection level ⓘ

Need for exercise ⓘ

Social need ⓘ

Home ⓘ

Toilet ⓘ

Friendly with strangers ⓘ

barking ⓘ

Health ⓘ

Territorial ⓘ

Cat friendly ⓘ

Intelligence ⓘ

Versatility ⓘ

Child friendly ⓘ

Surveillance ⓘ

joy ⓘ

Images "Griffon belge"

Videos "Griffon belge"

Type and recognitions:

friendly dog ⓘ

friendly dog ⓘ

friendly dog ⓘ