Unfortunately, the German Wirehaired Lab is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scotchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Selfish
Cheerful

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

Scotchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

Bichon Frise, Scottish Terrier

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ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
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IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

2009

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Black
Brown
Gray
Cream

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

Scotchons are known for their coat length.

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 Scotchon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

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

While the German Wirehaired Lab breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Scotchons typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Scottie Cramp
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Cataracts

Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bladder Stones

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Count
Allergy Testing
DNA for VWD

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

Scotchon 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.

Scotchons 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

Playing tag, Cuddles, Walks

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.

Scotchons 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 Scotchon, 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 Scotchons usually need at least 40 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.

Scotchons 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
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 16-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Scotchon 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 Scotchon 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 Scotchon 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

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

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

Scotchons 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.

Scotchons 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.

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

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

Scotchons 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.

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