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# The Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Slovakia
A noble, hardy and versatile Slovak pointing dog, as attached to its owner as it is effective in the field.
Size LargeLife expectancy 12–14 yearsBudget ≈ €140/monthPuppy €700 – €1,200
[Find a breeder 1](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=slovakian-wirehaired-pointer)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Versatility in hunting: He works in open country, in the woods and in water, both for pointing and for searching and retrieving.
- Endurance: His solid build and high energy allow him to sustain prolonged activity.
- Family attachment: Close to his owner, he can be a very good companion for the whole family.
- Easy maintenance: His harsh coat mainly requires regular brushing and increased attention during shedding.
- High physical needs: He requires long outings every day and real opportunities to expend energy.
- Strong hunting instinct: Recall and securing outings must be worked on carefully.
- Difficult urban life: He is clearly more comfortable in the countryside than in housing without much outdoor space.
- Joint vigilance: Hip and elbow dysplasia are among the risks to watch for.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Hunters: Its natural abilities make it a versatile and enduring pointing dog.
- Active owners: It willingly accompanies people able to offer it plenty of daily exercise.
- Rural homes: The countryside and wide-open spaces better meet its need for movement.
- Families with plenty of time: It enjoys family life when it also benefits from sufficient activities.
Not recommended for
- Sedentary people: Its energy and need for exercise are incompatible with a not very active daily routine.
- Small homes without sustained outings: Apartment living meets its physical and exploratory needs with difficulty.
- Unavailable owners: It copes poorly with a lifestyle that offers it neither regular activity nor sufficient presence.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
63 cmSlovakian Wirehaired Pointer
- Height at the withers
- 57–68 cm
- Weight
- 25–35 kg
- Coat
- Medium-length, harsh, double
- FCI group
- 7
- Origin
- Slovakia
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Slovak Wirehaired Pointer descends from hunting dogs of the former Czechoslovakia. It comes from crosses between the German Wirehaired Pointer, the Weimaraner and the Czech Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Breeders were looking for the endurance and versatility needed for a reliable and high-performing hunting dog. The Fédération Cynologique Internationale definitively recognized the breed on 17 February 1982, and its official FCI standard currently in force was published on 6 January 1995.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
Large and solidly built without heaviness, the Wire-haired Slovak Pointer shows harmonious proportions, a noble gait and a head carried high. Its body is well knit, with a straight back, a pronounced withers, a broad croup, a long oval chest and a moderately tucked-up belly. Its elongated, lean head has almond-shaped eyes of amber colour, azure in the puppy, and rounded ears set above eye level. Its harsh, straight, close-lying coat measures about 4 cm, with a longer, softer moustache under the muzzle and a fine undercoat that sheds in summer. The coat is grey, i.e. sand shaded with brown, more or less light, with or without white markings on the limbs and on the chest. The tail, of medium thickness and set high, is carried low at rest and horizontally in action.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Obedient, intelligent, determined and attached to its owner, the Slovak Wirehaired Pointer is a versatile pointing dog capable of working in open country, in the woods and in water. It proves effective in tracking and retrieving wounded game, while also being a very good companion for the family. Its hunting instinct is very pronounced and its temperament retains a degree of independence.
Affectionate Playful Intelligent Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
Very energetic, this dog needs plenty of exercise, long daily walks and opportunities to run freely in large secure open spaces. It particularly enjoys tracking activities. More comfortable in the countryside than in the city, it can adapt to an urban environment if it has a large fenced garden and frequent outings. A hunting dog above all, it is particularly suited to hunters and active households.
Training
## Training and socialization
Docile and intelligent, the Slovak Wirehaired Pointer does not present any major difficulty when its training combines firmness, gentleness and consistency. Early learning of recall is essential due to its strong hunting instinct. Regular and motivating exercises help to channel its energy and maintain its cooperation.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer
The maintenance budget mainly depends on the quality of the diet, the level of activity, veterinary follow-up and the replacement of accessories intended for outings. The purchase price is most often between 700 and 1 200 euros, the breed remaining uncommon in France.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Wirehaired Slovakian Pointer is generally robust, hardy and rarely ill. Its double coat allows it to withstand cold and bad weather well. Targeted monitoring remains recommended for the joints, eyes and neurological disorders reported in the breed.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Wirehaired Slovak Pointer needs a high-quality, balanced, nutrient-rich diet, adapted to its age, size and level of exercise.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The breed is also known under the names Slovensky hrubosrsty Stavac and Wire-haired Slovakian Pointing Griffon. It bears the FCI standard number 320 and belongs to group 7 of pointing dogs. Its definitive recognition by the FCI dates from 1982.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer suitable for apartment living?
It is more comfortable in the countryside, and its adaptation to city life remains demanding. Apartment living is poorly suited to its high exercise needs, unless its owner provides it with long daily outings and regular activities.
### Is the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer easy to train?
Intelligent and obedient, it learns well with a consistent method combining firmness and gentleness. Recall training must be worked on very early because of its strong hunting instinct.
### What grooming does its wire coat require?
Brushing once or twice a week is generally sufficient, with increased frequency during the summer shedding period. The ears should be checked and cleaned after outings.
### Is the Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer suitable for children?
It is described as a good family companion and is generally sociable with children. As with any dog, interactions must remain supervised and respectful.
## Find a Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer breeders by country
[4 breeders of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/germany) [1 breeder of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/austria) [1 breeder of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer) [1 breeder of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in Slovakia](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/slovakia) [1 breeder of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer/switzerland)
[All breeders of Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer)
## Ready to welcome a Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-slovakian-wirehaired-pointer)
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