Happy
Agile
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Italian Papihounds 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.

Avoid Italian Papihounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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.

United States

Germany

Papillon and Italian Greyhound

griffon-type

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

Gray
Red
Fawn
Blue
Black
White
Cream

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Italian Papihounds have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

An Italian Papihound can have a litter of 2-4 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 Italian Papihound 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.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

None Known

Cataracts

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Italian Papihounds are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

German Wirehaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Italian Papihound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Italian Papihounds need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

German Wirehaired Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Italian Papihounds sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Italian Papihound dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Italian Papihounds 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Italian Papihound, it's at least 9 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 German Wirehaired Pointer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Italian Papihounds 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.

The Italian Papihound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The German Wirehaired Pointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Italian Papihound feed 1 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 an Italian Papihound is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an Italian Papihound is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Italian Papihound is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

German Wirehaired Pointers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Italian Papihounds 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.

Italian Papihounds are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Italian Papihounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Italian Papihounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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