While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scotteses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the German Wirehaired Sprointer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Selfish
Easygoing

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

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

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

United States

​United States

Scottish Terrier and Maltese

German Wirehaired Pointer and English Springer Spaniel

2000's

​Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

White
Brown
Black
Pied

Scotteses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Wirehaired Sprointers have short coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Scottese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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

Scotteses 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.

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Hip Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase (PFK) Deficiency

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

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

Complete Blood Profile
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Chemistry
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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

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

German Wirehaired Sprointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

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

Scotteses 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 Scottese, it's at least 5 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 Scotteses 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 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.

The Scottese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

German Wirehaired Sprointers 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.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-22 pound (3 - 10 kg) Scottese 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 Scottese 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 Scottese is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

Scotteses 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.

Scotteses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Scotteses 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.

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

German Wirehaired Sprointers are highly friendly around strangers.

Scotteses 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.

Scotteses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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