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German Wirehaired Lab

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Key Takeaways

  • Medium breed belonging to the Designer Dogs group, known for typical breed characteristics.
  • High-energy breed best suited for active owners who can provide plenty of daily exercise and mental stimulation.
  • Easy to train and a good choice for first-time owners; responds well to positive reinforcement.
  • Moderate shedder; requires regular weekly brushing to keep the coat healthy.

Quick Facts

Group

Designer Dogs

Size

Medium

Life Span

12-14 years

Popularity

#1426

Puppy Price

$500-$600

Energy Level

High

Shedding Level

Average

Trainability

Easy to Train

⚖️German Wirehaired Lab Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Grooming Requirements:Low grooming requirements, easy care

  • Training Difficulty:Exceptionally easy to train, learns quickly

  • Affection Level:Highly affectionate and loving companion

  • Lifestyle Adaptability:Exceptionally adaptable, thrives anywhere

  • Child Compatibility:Excellent with children, patient and gentle

  • Dog Friendly:Exceptionally social, thrives in multi-dog homes

Disadvantages

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Allergy Friendliness:Not hypoallergenic, may trigger allergies

  • Energy Rating:Very high energy, needs constant activity

  • Activity Requirement / Exercise Need:Very high exercise demands, needs athletic owner

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Price and Availability

Price Range

$500-$600

If you choose to purchase the German Wirehaired Lab, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders' sites and puppy finder places. If you have a German Wirehaired Lab for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the German Wirehaired Lab gets to a happy place.

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Availability

5/5

Availability

Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Lab is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

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Recognition

Classifications

AKC Classification
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Not recognized by FCI.

This breed is recognized by the following organizations:

American Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
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Frequently Asked Questions

The German Wirehaired Lab is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The German Wirehaired Lab is not hypoallergenic, so it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals.

The German Wirehaired Lab requires minimal grooming, just basic brushing and occasional baths.

The German Wirehaired Lab sheds moderately and needs regular brushing to keep shedding under control.

The German Wirehaired Lab is extremely energetic and needs constant activity throughout the day, ideal for very active owners who enjoy outdoor adventures.

The German Wirehaired Lab is exceptionally easy to train, responds quickly to commands and learns new tricks effortlessly.

The German Wirehaired Lab is excellent with children, patient and gentle, making it a perfect family companion.

The German Wirehaired Lab is exceptionally social with all dogs and thrives in multi-dog environments.

The German Wirehaired Lab demands extensive daily exercise and thrives with athletic activities like running or hiking.

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