German Wirehaired Sprointer Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the German Wirehaired Sprointer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Willful

German Wirehaired Sprointer dogs are not heavy shedders, but they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your German Wirehaired Sprointer. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

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German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

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Brown

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Black
Pied

German Wirehaired Sprointers are known for their short coat.

Wiry

A German Wirehaired Sprointer can have a litter of 6-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The German Wirehaired Sprointer is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Diabetes
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Corneal Dystrophy
Cutaneous Asthenia

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

German Wirehaired Sprointer have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Wirehaired Sprointer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Wirehaired Sprointers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The German Wirehaired Sprointer is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

German Wirehaired Sprointer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired Sprointer feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Sprointer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Sprointer is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are dogs that do well in apartments with sufficient exercise, but they would really appreciate a small yard.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, German Wirehaired Sprointers can be good with cats,

German Wirehaired Sprointers are very friendly towards other dogs. This breed typically have a happy and affectionate temperament around dogs.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are very friendly around strangers.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older German Wirehaired Sprointer for a mellower experience.

German Wirehaired Sprointer dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.