Slovenský Hrubosrstý Stavač
The Slovenský Hrubosrstý Stavač (Slovak Wire-Haired Pointing Dog) is a versatile hunting dog developed in Slovakia in the 1950s by crossing the Weimaraner with the Český Fousek (Bohemian Wirehaired Pointing Griffon).
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Origin
Slovakia
Lifespan
12–15 years
Weight
25–35 kg (55–77 lbs)
Height
57–68 cm (22–27 in)
Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Diet
Omnivore — high-quality food for an active versatile hunting dog.
Taxonomic Hierarchy
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Mammalia
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Genus
Canis
The Story
The Slovenský Hrubosrstý Stavač (Slovak Wire-Haired Pointing Dog) is a versatile hunting dog developed in Slovakia in the 1950s by crossing the Weimaraner with the Český Fousek (Bohemian Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). The goal was to produce a dog that combined the Weimaraner's distinctive appearance, calm temperament, and close-working style with the Fousek's robustness, wire coat, and mountain hunting ability. The result is an unusual grey-brown, wiry-coated versatile dog that is well-adapted to the Carpathian mountain terrain of Slovakia.
Also Known As
Quick Facts
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Physical Profile
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A large, athletic, wire-coated pointing dog with the characteristic grey-brown colouration derived from Weimaraner heritage in a rough, wiry coat rather than the Weimaraner's smooth silver. The beard and eyebrows are prominent. Athletic and well-muscled.
Grooming
Moderate
Shedding
Low
Brushing
2-3x-Weekly
Bathing
Every-4-6-Weeks
Coat Colors
Recognized By
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Temperament & Personality
Intelligent, calm, and adaptable — combines Weimaraner sensitivity with Fousek robustness. Versatile in all hunting disciplines. Good family companion.
Personality Scores
Adaptability
3/5Attention Need
3/5Friendliness
4/5Playfulness
4/5Protectiveness
2/5Living Profile
Ideal Space
House-Small-Garden
Daily Exercise
40 to 60 min/day
Ideal Weather
-5°C to 25°C
Cognitive Benchmarks
Adaptability
30%
Attention
30%
Playfulness
40%
Communication Style
Stress Signals
restlessness, mouthing, barking
Care & Wellness
Professional Care Protocol
- •1.5–2 hours vigorous exercise daily. Wiry coat needs stripping twice yearly. Ear cleaning weekly.
Nutrition Notes
Slovak wirehaired pointer. Healthy. Joint supplements.
Vaccination Schedule
Vaccination Schedule
Senior Care
Hip dysplasia. Few other documented issues. Slovak wirehaired pointer. 12-14 years.
Wellbeing Activities
Nutrition & Sustenance
Daily Calories (Adult)
1200 kcal
Daily Calories (Young)
900 kcal
Recommended Foods
Foods to Avoid
Health Overview
Hip dysplasia. Progressive retinal atrophy. Generally healthy versatile working breed.
Common Conditions
Price Estimates
Pricing Guide
Average estimates as of 2025
Slovak wirehaired pointer. India: unavailable.
Purchase Price
$1,200 to $2,500
Adoption Fee
$100 to $400
Data from 2025
Fun Facts
The Slovak Wire-Haired Pointing Dog is one of the few hunting breeds developed entirely within the boundaries of the former Czechoslovakia as a deliberate state-supported breeding programme during the Communist era.
