Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Tempered
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Skypoos shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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 Skypoos as watchdogs - they're not effective.

griffon-type

Poodle, Skye Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White

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

Skypoos have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Curly

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 Skypoo can have a litter of 4-6 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 susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Skypoos 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

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Bloat
Eye Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Addison's Disease
Cushing's Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Cataracts

Skin Problems
Orthopedic

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Tests

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

Skypoos 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.

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

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

Skypoos need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

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

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.

Skypoos 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 Skypoo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The German Wirehaired Pointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Skypoos 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.

German Wirehaired Pointer 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, Skypoo should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Clipper
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 35-70 pound (16 - 32 kg) Skypoo 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 Skypoo is somewhere $1.70 - $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 Skypoo is between $49 - $73. This makes an average of $588 - $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 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.

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

German Wirehaired Pointers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Skypoos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Skypoos 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.

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

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

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

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

Skypoos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.