Wire Fox Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

German Wirehaired Pointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wire Fox Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Alert
Fearless
Keen
Intelligent
Bold
Friendly
Quick

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Wire Fox Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a German Wirehaired Pointer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

England

Germany

rough-coated black and tan terrier

griffon-type

Terrier (AKC:1885 & UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1959)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Red
Silver
White
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

German Wirehaired Pointers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 13-14 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.

A German Wirehaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 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.

While the Wire Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

German Wirehaired Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Distichiasis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Wire Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Wirehaired Pointer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Wire Fox Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Wirehaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Wire Fox Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

German Wirehaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Jumping, Jogging, Road trip, Walk, Run, Fetch

Barking, Bird watch, Going on drives, Go to lake

Wire Fox Terriers 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.

German Wirehaired Pointers 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.

In general most Wire Fox Terriers 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.

In general most German Wirehaired Pointers 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Wire Fox Terrier feed 2.6 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 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired Pointer feed 2.5 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 Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wire Fox Terrier 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.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Pointer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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.

Wire Fox Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Wire Fox Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The German Wirehaired Pointer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Wire Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

German Wirehaired Pointers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Wire Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Wire Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Wirehaired Pointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.