Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
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I've seen a few at the NAVHDA events. They appear to be very coopertive and love the water. Very dense coats that dry quickly. From what I've seen, they are slow, but meathodical hunters.
Congrats, and let us know how it goes.
Where is he coming from?
Congrats, and let us know how it goes.
Where is he coming from?
Getting him from www.bearhuggriffons.com
They are located in South Carolina. I am very excited. I have heard they tend to work closer than other breeds.
They are located in South Carolina. I am very excited. I have heard they tend to work closer than other breeds.
I have a 6 month old Griffon so far he's been a pretty good dog. He was slow to point in my opinion I didn't really see him point anything until he 4-5 months old. He was in the water when he was only 8 weeks old. This is my first pointer so I am not real sure what to expect. As far as being a close working dog there are times he is out in front of me 75 yards or better it seems like he as a lot of "go" to me. I would ask your breeder about entropin eye it''s a gentic defect that is kinda common with this breed mine developed the defect at about 5 months which is a real bummer but the breeder is covering the vet bills. I guess thats better than nothing. Overall I've been happy with him he's something unique people are always asking what kinda dog he is. He's so ugly he's cute you gotta love'em
Scott
Scott
I don't have a Griffon but I've got a cousin so to speak. I have 2 Drahthaars which have the Griffon in their history and also look a lot like them.
Very methodical workers, friendly most of the time, dedicated to their mission etc.
I've got a 1.5 yr old that I got when she was 1 which is still in need of some work. But the 3.5 yr old is a work horse for me. She'll go through everything especially to retrieve a cripple.
I get the same questions about "What type of dog is that"?
Very methodical workers, friendly most of the time, dedicated to their mission etc.
I've got a 1.5 yr old that I got when she was 1 which is still in need of some work. But the 3.5 yr old is a work horse for me. She'll go through everything especially to retrieve a cripple.
I get the same questions about "What type of dog is that"?
Take a look at www.griffonpoint.com there's alot info and links on Griffons. From what I understand the Griffon is more laid back and doesn't have the sharpness the Drathar has.
Scott
Scott
Congrads on your new griff pup.I have a griff which is my first so I did not know what to expect,boy was I suprised he turned out to be a great dog.The first thing to do is join a local navhda chapter thy can healp you out with your pup and thy are a great org.The bearhug web site you listed showed a picture of 2005 specitly winner moonshine my dog was the sire of this dog.This whole litter of pups and there were 15 have gone on to become great dogs to.If you have any trainng questions feel free to email me at [email protected] and maybe I can help you out.Home of Ch Courier Du Bois Pete.
PS If there is any one looking to breed there griff to a great champion get it touch at my email address
PS If there is any one looking to breed there griff to a great champion get it touch at my email address
Moonshine aka Rugby is the sire of my pup. Than means you have my pups grandfather. Moonshine is quite a dog. If mine is anywhere near him I'll be very pleased.jbolduc said:
I'm surprised that Griffons aren't more popular. I will confess that I'm glad they aren't. Look at what happens to breeds when they get popular. Labs would be a good example of the damage done by becoming popular.
I haven't heard a bad thing yet about Griffs. I did a lot of research before making my decision. They are supposed to range a little closer than the german breeds.
I just bought a GWP pup getting him late January,
Glad to see others with same breed .
MURPH
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Where I bough the pup
Glad to see others with same breed .MURPH
www.chumpchangewires.com
Where I bough the pup
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My griff is almost 11 years old, my friend's griff is 14. Both are/were great all-round dogs. Very biddable, smart (in a hunting dog sort of way), athletic, great noses, strong swimmers, strong retrieves (upland or water), close working depending on game bird and type of cover.
I believe my female matured more quickly than my buddy's male. She was hunting effectively at 5 months...and at 17 months was into her second season and very strong.
Both dogs have been socialized a lot...and get along well with kids and adults. They do tend to be good watch dogs...and are protective of their territory.
Both dogs come from the same line, so it's hard for me to say conclusively how much of their personalities, behavior, style and hunting instincts are indicative of the breed vs indicative of the line. One negative...both dogs have had a tendency to roam if they get out of their kennels. (My English setter, on the other hand, almost never leaves the yard if left outside the kennel.)
The hard coat sheds burs more readily than finer-haired dogs. You may want to trim that "beard" as the dog matures...it holds a lot of drinking water and releases it on your best clothes at the most inopportune times! :lol:
I would not hesitate a moment to get another griffon from good hunting stock. My dog was very high energy for the first three-four years, though, and couldn't be left in the house unattended. Around four, over a period of a couple of months that completely changed, and she became very quiet and relaxed in the house.
Sure hope you have as much success with your pup as I've had with mine!
Best of luck
hunter20ga
I believe my female matured more quickly than my buddy's male. She was hunting effectively at 5 months...and at 17 months was into her second season and very strong.
Both dogs have been socialized a lot...and get along well with kids and adults. They do tend to be good watch dogs...and are protective of their territory.
Both dogs come from the same line, so it's hard for me to say conclusively how much of their personalities, behavior, style and hunting instincts are indicative of the breed vs indicative of the line. One negative...both dogs have had a tendency to roam if they get out of their kennels. (My English setter, on the other hand, almost never leaves the yard if left outside the kennel.)
The hard coat sheds burs more readily than finer-haired dogs. You may want to trim that "beard" as the dog matures...it holds a lot of drinking water and releases it on your best clothes at the most inopportune times! :lol:
I would not hesitate a moment to get another griffon from good hunting stock. My dog was very high energy for the first three-four years, though, and couldn't be left in the house unattended. Around four, over a period of a couple of months that completely changed, and she became very quiet and relaxed in the house.
Sure hope you have as much success with your pup as I've had with mine!
Best of luck
hunter20ga
I'm also considering a griffon, but have no experience with them (or any pointing dog--I've always had spaniels). As I primarily hunt grouse in thick cover, I'm concerned on how they'd be for that type of hunting. Has anyone ever used their grif for grouse or woodcock? Would there be a more appropriate breed for these birds? Thanks in advance for any info.
If you were close to Cleveland, OH they just got one at the animal shelter:jimmym said:
http://www.theapl.org/
Their number is (216) 771-4616 His id number is A015003
Try these:jimmym said:
CHUKAR KENNEL
Karen & Chuck Spiess
1980 S. Warren
Ovid, MI 48866
989-834-2660
[email protected]
KYLOE
Jill & Michael Rankinen & June Markle
4800 CO Rd FO
Champion, MI 49814
906-339-2953
[email protected]
www.Kyloekennels.com
NORTH STAR
Phil & Kathy Wolthuis
8168 N. 12th Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
269-345-8342
[email protected]
GREENLEAF'S GRIFFONS
Bill Greenleaf
404 N. Chilson
Baycity, MI 48706
989-922-2061
[email protected]
Paul J. Burczy
1205 La Croix Road
Harsens Island, MI 48028
810-748-3142
[email protected]
I don't any affiliation with any. I would contact them all, get references and ask questions.
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Griffons are one of the "versatile" breeds...not specialists...so they do everything, but probably not as well as the specialist. Don't expect a griff to compete with a field trial Pointer, Setter or Brittany as far as covering territory. They won't hit the water to retrieve with the same unbounded enthusiasm of a good Lab or Chessie. But they will do an acceptable job in the uplands or the duck blind.
The griffon, as a European versatile breed, will have a strong "fur" drive as well. Depending on what and how you hunt that could be something that you want...or don't want. In my neck of the woods (well, prairie, actually) that hasn't been a problem at all. My only complaint has been that my griff won't chase stray cats out of the yard. Instead, she points them! My friend's griff, though, keeps their yard free of any furry intruders. (That includes any kittens they've brought home to join the family.)
good luck and good hunting
hunter20ga
The griffon, as a European versatile breed, will have a strong "fur" drive as well. Depending on what and how you hunt that could be something that you want...or don't want. In my neck of the woods (well, prairie, actually) that hasn't been a problem at all. My only complaint has been that my griff won't chase stray cats out of the yard. Instead, she points them! My friend's griff, though, keeps their yard free of any furry intruders. (That includes any kittens they've brought home to join the family.)
good luck and good hunting
hunter20ga
I got my first griff 18 months ago Her range really depends on the terain but over all it is a closer working breed. Not a big fast runner but can go all day. Very biddable and a great family dog ( mine settles down in the house as long as she gets her walks), not a very good kennel dog. Two things I was not prepared for was that she is very protective (had some issues when my sister and her family visited, took a bit of work to get her to let girls near me) and the wet beard can be a pain. Coat is great and they do not shed ( you strip the coat) so keeps the dog hair down in the house. Overall, I love the breed and my wife is quite attached as well so hope to get another in a year or so. The breed , like any, is not for everyone but sure works for me.
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