Longevity
Life expectancy
Its life expectancy is generally between 12 and 14 years.
Build
A robust breed?
Its build is robust and its protective coat allows it to work in varied environments. Regular activity helps to maintain its physical condition.
Watch points
What to watch for
Veterinary monitoring must in particular focus on the joint and eye disorders to which the breed may be exposed.
Hip dysplasia : This joint condition can affect the breed and warrants vigilance regarding mobility.
Eye conditions : Certain eye disorders have been reported and require monitoring.
Climate
Cold and heat tolerance
Thanks to its double coat, harsh and dense, it withstands cold and bad weather quite well. The reference sheet also attributes to it a good tolerance to heat.
Weight
Tendency to gain weight
He may tend to gain weight, especially when his lifestyle is too sedentary. Frequent outings and regular monitoring of his body condition are therefore important.
Daily life
Good habits to keep it healthy
- Monitor weight and body condition regularly.
- Have the hips and eyes checked during veterinary follow-up.
- Inspect the inside of the ears regularly.
- Avoid intense activities during the puppy's growth.
Vaccination
German Wirehaired Pointer vaccines: vaccination schedule
Which vaccines for a German Wirehaired Pointer? Like all cats, the German Wirehaired Pointer receives essential vaccines from 8 weeks old: Typhus (panleukopenia) and Coryza. The kitten primary vaccination for German Wirehaired Pointer is given in several injections 4 weeks apart, followed by a first booster at 1 year, even if it lives in an apartment. Depending on its lifestyle (outdoor access, multi-cat household, shows, travel), your veterinarian may complete the protocol with vaccines against Feline leukemia (FeLV), Rabies and Chlamydiosis.
| Vaccine | Primary series | First booster | Then | Who for? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Typhus (panleukopenia)Core Feline panleukopenia (cat parvovirus) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
CoryzaCore Feline herpesvirus and calicivirus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks · 3 months | 1 year | every year | All pets |
Feline leukemia (FeLV)Lifestyle-based Feline leukemia virus | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Outdoor cats, cats living in a group or in a cattery |
RabiesLifestyle-based Rabies | 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Mandatory for travel abroad, cat shows and most boarding kennels |
ChlamydiosisLifestyle-based Chlamydia felis (contagious conjunctivitis) | 8 weeks · 12 weeks | 1 year | every year | Cats living in groups, catteries, show cats |
Adult German Wirehaired Pointer vaccine boosters are annual for cat flu and leukemia if it goes outdoors; for panleukopenia, a booster every three years is often sufficient after the first booster. Your veterinarian will adjust the schedule to your cat’s lifestyle.
Which boosters for your German Wirehaired Pointer?
Enter your companion’s age: we list the vaccines to do now and the next boosters.
Adopting well
Adopting a healthy German Wirehaired Pointer
Careful veterinary monitoring of the hips and eyes is recommended in view of the conditions reported in the breed.
This information is provided for guidance only and does not replace a veterinarian’s advice. If you have any concerns about your pet’s health, consult a professional.
