Schipperke tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

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

Agile
Curious
Fearless
Intelligent
Confident
Faithful
Independent

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Schipperkes 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.

Belgium

Germany

sheepdog

griffon-type

1600s

1800s

Non Sporting (AKC:1904)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1959)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

Black
Cream
Brown
Blue

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Schipperkes have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Schipperke can have a litter of 13-15 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 Schipperke 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Entropion
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Schipperke 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.

Schipperkes are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

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.

While Schipperke dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Walks, "Love fests", More walks, Sniffing, Training, Play, Walk

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

Schipperkes 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 Schipperke, it's at least 7 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 Schipperkes 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 Schipperke 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
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Schipperke feed 0.8 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 Schipperke is somewhere $1.10 - $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 a Schipperke 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.

Schipperke 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.

Schipperkes can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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.

Schipperkes are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Schipperkes 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.

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

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

Schipperkes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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