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

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Going
Sweet
Fearless
Keen
Faithful
Charming

German Wirehaired Sprointers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Shi-Beagles are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

​United States

United States

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

Shiba Inu, Beagle

​Unknown

2000's

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Black
Brown
Red
White

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Shi-Beagles 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 Shi-Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 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

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Demodectic Mange
Deafness
Demodicosis
Wobbler's Syndrome
Microphthalmia
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)

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

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Various Blood Tests
Echocardiography (ultrasound)
Myelography (Dye And X-Ray to Assess The Spinal Cord)

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

Shi-Beagles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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 Shi-Beagle, 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 Shi-Beagles usually need at least 90 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 Shi-Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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.

For an average 18-30 pound (8 - 14 kg) Shi-Beagle feed 2 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 cost of a Shi-Beagle 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 Shi-Beagle 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.

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

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

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

Shi-Beagles 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.

Shi-Beagles 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.

Shi-Beagles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Shi-Beagles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

German Wirehaired Sprointers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Shi-Beagles are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.