The Slovak Wirehaired Pointer is a versatile hunting dog breed, resulting from crosses between the German Wirehaired Pointer, the Weimaraner, and the Czech Barbet. It is known for its exceptional qualities as a hunting dog, combining endurance, intelligence, and loyalty.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: Slovakia
- Hypoallergenic? Yes
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight: 25-35 kg (male and female)
- Height: 62-68 cm (male), 57-64 cm (female)
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 to 3 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Can adapt with enough space)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Very intelligent and quick to learn)
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Caring and affectionate towards its family)
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Moderately protective, without being excessive)
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Plays enthusiastically but remains a working dog above all)
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Barks moderately)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Obedient, but sometimes independent)
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Excellent hunting ability, very determined)
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Relatively calm, but very energetic when working)
- Sporty: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Requires regular and intense physical activity)
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Certainly self-sufficient, but enjoys the company of its owners)
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (Good companion for children)
- Other animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can get along with other animals but remains a hunting dog)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Can be reserved but not aggressive with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Better to provide a large garden or yard for exercise)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Regular grooming of the coarse coat is necessary)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Moderate cost for basic care)
- Frequency of care:
- Brushing: Weekly to maintain coat quality
- Bath: Occasionally
- Ear and paw checks: Frequent
- Exercise: Very important to maintain physical and mental health
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800-1500 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 600-800 €
🏡 Important note
The Slovakian Wirehaired Pointer is a robust hunting dog, extremely active and intelligent, ideal for hunters or families with plenty of space. It can live in the city as long as it has a large garden and a regular exercise program. Its versatility makes it an excellent working dog, but it also has a lot of affection to offer its family. Its wiry coat requires weekly grooming, and it enjoys long walks or sports sessions.
👉 An excellent working and hunting dog, suitable for active families or people looking for an energetic and loyal companion. 🏞️🐕
