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

Loving
Dignified
Independent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Calm
Reserved
Hearted
Suspicious

​United States

United States

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

Chinese Shar-Pei and Clumber Spaniel

​Unknown

Late 1990s

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Black
Brown
Fawn
Cream
Red
White
Sable

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Clumber Peis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

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.

A Clumber Pei can have a litter of 2-8 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 highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Clumber Peis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the German Wirehaired Sprointer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Clumber Peis typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Eye Conditions

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

Skeletal/Joint Conditions
Skin Conditions
Eye Conditions

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

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ophthalmic Examination
Skin Scrapings
Orthopedic Exam

German Wirehaired Sprointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Clumber Pei has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Clumber Peis are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Clumber Peis are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Clumber Pei, it's at least 9 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.

In general most Clumber Peis usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

German Wirehaired Sprointers require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Clumber Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Ideally, Clumber Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Clumber Pei is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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.

The average per month expenses of a Clumber Pei is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Clumber Peis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Clumber Pei is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Clumber Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Clumber Peis are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Clumber Peis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are highly friendly around strangers.

Clumber Peis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Clumber Peis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.