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Welcome to the GWP Information portal. This website is dedicated to the German Wirehaired Pointer breed in all it’s glory as a truly versatile hunting dog in the UK and Worldwide.

There are few if any gundog breeds more talented in the world. The GWP holds its place high with rough shooters, deerstalkers, falconers, triallers, and those looking for a game/quarry finding dog to assist them with their hunting passion.The breed can also comfortably hold its own in the competitive trialling world. It can be seen taking top awards in the show ring, agility, obedience, working trials and even flyball.

The breed is sometimes referred to as the Deutsch Drahthaar in the UK (the German breed name) however it is officially recognised here as the German Wirehaired Pointer

The history of a truly talented breed

The German Wirehaired Pointer originates from Germany where it is still one of the most popular breeds in its homeland and the most popular breed for hunting.

The breed was developed in the late 19th century by a group of enthusiasts looking to develop a truly versatile hunting dog. The group combined the traits of a number of different breeds and through selection produced a breed capable of tremendous hunting drive and stamina on land and water.

The ancestral breeds of the DD include the Deutsch Kurzhaar, Stichelhaar, Pudelpointer and Griffon

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