While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Welsh 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 Sprointer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Spirited
Keen

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

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

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

Welsh Terrier, Wire Fox Terrier

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

A Welsh Wire Fox Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Epilepsy
Lens Luxation
Shoulder Dislocation

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

Eye
Hearing
Skeletal
X-Rays

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

Welsh 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 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welsh Wire Fox Terrier, it's at least 8 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 Sprointer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Welsh 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 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.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 17-21 pound (8 - 10 kg) Welsh 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 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.

The average cost of a Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Welsh 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 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.

Welsh 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.

The Welsh Wire Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

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

Welsh Wire Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

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

German Wirehaired Sprointers are highly friendly around strangers.