Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Playful
Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Reserved
Suspicious

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

Box-a-Shars are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a German Wirehaired Pointer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Box-a-Shars as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Germany

​United States

griffon-type

Boxer, Shar-Pei

1800s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Brown
Black
Red
Brindle
Pied

Wiry

Straight

A German Wirehaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 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 Box-a-Shar can have a litter of 2-10 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.

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

Box-a-Shars are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

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

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cancer
Aortic Stenosis

Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Eye Problems

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Work
Radiography

German Wirehaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Box-a-Shars are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Box-a-Shar has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

German Wirehaired Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Box-a-Shars need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

German Wirehaired Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Box-a-Shars have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

German Wirehaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Box-a-Shars are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Barking, Bird watch, Going on drives, Go to lake

Walk, Hike, Play, Hunt, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Brushing, Playing, Swimming, Snuggling, Wrestling, Play tug-a-war, Go to Park, Run, Frisbee, Chase, Ball throwing, Training, Cuddling, Car rides, Running, Mind games, Walks

German Wirehaired Pointers 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.

Box-a-Shars 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 Pointer, it's at least 8 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 Box-a-Shar, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Wirehaired Pointers 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 Box-a-Shars 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 Wirehaired Pointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Box-a-Shar has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 60-71 pound (27 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired Pointer feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-65 pound (20 - 29 kg) Box-a-Shar 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.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Box-a-Shar is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Pointer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Box-a-Shar 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.

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

Box-a-Shars have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

The German Wirehaired Pointer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Box-a-Shars are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Box-a-Shars are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Box-a-Shars are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Box-a-Shars are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

German Wirehaired Pointers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Box-a-Shars are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.