Common nicknames Stichelhaar Scientific name Canis lupus familiaris Higher classification Dog | Coat Bristly Origin Germany Colors Roan, Brown & White | |
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Other names Deutscher stichelhaariger Vorstehhund, Deutsch Stichelhaar Weight About 44 pounds (20 kg) FCI Group 7, Section 1.1 Continental Pointing Dogs: Pointer type #232 Temperament Courageous, Agile, Energetic, Spirited, Calm, Balanced Height Male: 60–70 cm, Female: 58–68 cm Similar Braque Saint‑Germain, Pudelpointer, Braque du Bourbonnais, Braque d'Auvergne, Pont‑Audemer Spaniel | ||
The German Roughhaired Pointer (Deutsch Stichelhaar) is a versatile hunting dog that originated in Frankfurt, Germany. The breed was developed in the early 1900s and is a cross between German sheepdogs and rough-haired "standing dogs".
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Appearance
The Stichelhaar is a medium-sized dog, weighing around 44 lb (20 kg). They are 24 to 26 in (61 to 66 cm) around the withers. The eyes are oval and chestnut colored and the ears are flat against the head. They may have brown, white, mixed or chestnut coloring. Their coat is 1.5 in (3.8 cm) long and bristly.
Personality
Stichelhaars are tough dogs. They are balanced, calm, resistant and courageous but self-controlled, neither shy nor aggressive. The temperament is calm and even. They are better outdoor dogs.
References
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