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23 things to know about the Korthals Griffon

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The Korthals Griffon is known as the Griffon Korthals on the Continent
Or the Griffon d’arrêt in France and Quebec
In the United States and Canada it’s called the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
It was founded by the Dutch breeder Eduart Karels Korthals in around 1873
He dedicated 20 years to developing and perfecting his “Griffon”
It is fully recognised by the Kennel Club
Numbers are steadily rising, from 73 Kennel Club registrations in 2016, 84 in 2018 and 112 in 2019.
Identifying a Korthals Griffon is tricky, as it does look like a cross between an Italian spinone and a German wirehaired pointer.

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Coat colours are steel grey with liver brown patches, liver roan, white and brown or variations of all three
The nose is always brown
It’s one of the most versatile HPR dogs
An excellent hunter in thick undergrowth, forest and water
Protection is offered by a thick, wiry coat
Males stand up to 600mm high, females 550mm (at the withers)
It’s not a breed to be taken on lightly – puppies require patient and dedicated training which should be continued throughout their lives
However the breed is happy, playful and vocal
Not a breed that’s happy in a kennel – prefers to be with the family
Coat, eyes and ears should be checked regularly
A breed that’s always ready for long days out in the field
Korthals demand space and activity
They will bond well with a family
They are intelligent and understanding
Once a bond is established, they offer loyalty and commitment to a task

If you’re interested in the breed, get in touch with the Korthals Griffon Club of Great Britain who will be able to give in-depth knowledge and experience of this HPR breed. The Club will advise you on where to find a puppy and how to train it.