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

Affectionate
Proud
Intelligent
Companionable
Playful
Loyal

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

Spitz-Type Dogs

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

2000s

1948

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

White

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

Japanese Spitzs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

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 Japanese Spitz can have a litter of 10-16 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.

German Wirehaired Labs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Japanese Spitzs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Cataracts

Ear Infections
Contact Allergy

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation
Knee X-Rays

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

Japanese Spitz 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.

Japanese Spitzs 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

Shopping (, Car rides

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.

Japanese Spitzs 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 Japanese Spitz, 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 Japanese Spitzs 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.

The German Wirehaired Lab has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Japanese Spitzs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

German Wirehaired Lab should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Japanese Spitz should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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 18-19 pound (8 - 9 kg) Japanese Spitz 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 Japanese Spitz is somewhere $1.30 - $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 Japanese Spitz 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Japanese Spitzs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Japanese Spitzs 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.

Japanese Spitzs 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.

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

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

Japanese Spitzs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

German Wirehaired Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

Japanese Spitzs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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.

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