Great Wirehaired Gryfenees Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Proud
Fearless
Vigilant

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Great Wirehaired Gryfenees. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Great Pyrenees and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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Brown
Amber

Black

Brown
Gray
White

The coat of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Great Wirehaired Gryfenees can have a litter of 6-9 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Great Wirehaired Gryfenees dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Low Thyroid Levels

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Biopsy
Cutaneous cytology

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Wirehaired Gryfenees, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-110 pound (43 - 50 kg) Great Wirehaired Gryfenees feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Great Wirehaired Gryfenees in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess have an average level of playfulness. The Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.