Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Clever
Friendly
Playful
Intelligent
Energetic
Outgoing
Responsive

English Springer Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer

Italian Greyhound, Dachshund, Pinscher

Unknown

1600s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Isabella
Fawn
Blue
Brindle
Sable

A German Shorthaired Sprointer can have a litter of 7-12 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.

A Miniature Pinscher can have a litter of 12-15 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 Shorthaired Sprointers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Miniature Pinschers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Skeletal Deformities

Cherry Eye
Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Mitral Valve Disease
Corneal Dystrophy

Blood Test
X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scrape

Knee
Heart
Hips
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

German Shorthaired Sprointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Chase, Walk, Brushing, Chewing, Licking, Sheds, Hot spots, Hyper, Anxious, Running, Run, Beach walks, Play, Bushwalks, Road trip, Fetch, Walks

Walk, Hike, Play, Hunt, Rest, Runs, Walks, Dog Parks, Walking, Sniffing, Cuddling, Fetch, Car rides, Taking walks, Chase, Cuddle, Sleeping, Watching tv, Hikes

German Shorthaired Sprointers 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.

Miniature Pinschers 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 Shorthaired Sprointer, 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 Miniature Pinscher, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Shorthaired Sprointers usually need at least 75 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 Miniature Pinschers 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 Shorthaired Sprointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Miniature Pinscher is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) German Shorthaired Sprointer 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 8-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Miniature Pinscher 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 Shorthaired Sprointer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a German Shorthaired Sprointer 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 Miniature Pinscher 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.

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

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

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

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

Miniature Pinschers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Miniature Pinschers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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