Active
Dignified
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Willful
Generous
Thoughtful

Active
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Rottles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Irish Wolfhound, German Wirehaired Pointer

Poodle, Rottweiler

Unknown

1980s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
Gray
Fawn
Silver
Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Blue
White
Pied

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds have medium-length coats.

Rottles have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Curly

A German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound 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 Rottle can have a litter of 8-12 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 Pointing Wolfhounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataracts

Sebaceous Adenitis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

X-Rays
Serum Chemistry
Blood Count
Coagulation Assay

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
DNA

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rottles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds 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.

Rottles 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 German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound, it's at least 10 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 Rottle, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds 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.

In general most Rottles usually need at least 90 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 Pointing Wolfhound 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, Rottle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound 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 60-100 pound (27 - 45 kg) Rottle feed 3.5 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 Pointing Wolfhound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Rottle is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound 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.

The average per month expenses of a Rottle is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 Pointing Wolfhounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

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

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

Rottles are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rottles are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.