Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

English Springer Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Red

Black
Gray
Brown

German Shorthaired Sprointers have short coats.

Rottafs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Rottaf 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 Shorthaired Sprointers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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.

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

Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Cherry Eye
Cataracts

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Blood Test
X-Rays
Ophthalmologic Examination
Skin Scrape

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

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

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

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.

Rottafs 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 Rottaf, 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 Rottafs 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.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

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

German Shorthaired Sprointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Rottafs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Rottafs 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.

Rottafs 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.

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

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

Rottafs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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.

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