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

Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Clever
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

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

Schneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

Miniature Schnauzer, Havanese

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

2000s

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Black
Brown
Gray
Silver

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

Schneses have medium-length coats.

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 Schnese can have a litter of 1-9 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

Urolithiasis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Portosystemic Shunt
Sick Sinus Syndrome
Myotonia Congenita

Entropion
Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Megaesophagus
Heart Conditions
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Liver Problems
Joint Dysplasia

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

Schnese 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.

Schneses 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

Walk, Walks, Toys, Sticks

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.

Schneses 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 Schnese, 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 Schneses 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.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 7-15 pound (3 - 7 kg) Schnese 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 Schnese 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 Schnese 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.

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

Schneses 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.

Schneses 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.

Schneses 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.

Schneses 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.

Schneses 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.

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