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

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Fearless
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Sturdy
Amiable
Polite
Charming
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Havanese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

1980s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Fawn
Pied
Brown
Black
White

Wiry

Wavy

A German Wirehaired Lab 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 Cavanese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Syringomyelia

Entropion
Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Liver Shunts

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work

German Wirehaired Lab has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Cavaneses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Playing Ball, Fetch, Hiking, Walks, Swimming, Hunting, Catch balls, Fetch bumper, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Tag, Running, Road trip, Tracking, Tricks, Tug, Obstacles, Rides, Trackin, 4 months, Cuddles

Chase, Walk, Car ride, Training, Play, Hide & Seek, Sunbathing, Fetch

German Wirehaired Labs 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.

Cavaneses 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Wirehaired Lab, 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 Cavanese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Wirehaired Labs 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 Cavaneses usually need at least 30 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 German Wirehaired Lab has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cavanese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) German Wirehaired Lab 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 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Cavanese 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.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Cavanese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Lab 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 Cavanese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

Cavaneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

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

German Wirehaired Labs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

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

The German Wirehaired Lab is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Cavaneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.