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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Companionable

​United States

United States

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

Boston Terrier and Irish Setter

​Unknown

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Brindle
Red
White
Black

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Irish Bostetters have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Wavy

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.

An Irish Bostetter can have a litter of 7-10 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.

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Patellar Luxation
Gastric Torsion
Cherry Eye
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

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

Cataract
Megaesophagus
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Corneal Ulcer
vonWillebrand’s Disease

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

Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Blood Tests
Blood Work
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Hormone Analysis

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

Irish Bostetter has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Irish Bostetters sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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.

Irish Bostetters 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 Irish Bostetter, it's at least 8 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 Irish Bostetters usually need at least 60 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 Irish Bostetter requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Hemostat
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of an Irish Bostetter 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 an Irish Bostetter 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Irish Bostetters make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Irish Bostetters are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Irish Bostetters are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.