Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Companionable
Sturdy
Amiable
Opinionated
Charming

Active
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Cheerful
Willful

Havapekes are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

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Pekingese, Havanese

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Gray
Blue
Cream

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Havapekes are known for their coat length.

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Havapeke can have a litter of 1-9 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer 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.

Havapekes 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism
Liver Shunts

Entropion
Ectropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Diabetes
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Corneal Dystrophy
Cutaneous Asthenia

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs

Hip X-Rays
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

Havapekes are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Havapekes 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.

German Wirehaired 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Havapeke, it's at least 9 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 German Wirehaired Sprointer, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Havapekes usually need at least 45 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 German Wirehaired Sprointers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Ideally, Havapeke should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

German Wirehaired Sprointer 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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Havapeke 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.

For an average 50-70 pound (23 - 32 kg) German Wirehaired 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.

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

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Sprointer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Havapeke is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 German Wirehaired 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.

Havapekes have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Havapekes have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Havapekes are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Havapekes are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

German Wirehaired Sprointers are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

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

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