Loving
Happy
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Inquisitive

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Rat-A-Paps are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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.

United States

Germany

Papillon, American Rat Terrier

griffon-type

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

White
Black
Brown
Red
Fawn

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Rat-A-Paps have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Rat-A-Pap can have a litter of 5-7 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 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.

While the Rat-A-Pap breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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.

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Dental Problems

Cataracts

Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Rat-A-Paps' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Rat-A-Pap has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

Rat-A-Paps need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Rat-A-Paps sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Playing Ball, Swimming, Visiting Family, Snuggling, Car rides

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rat-A-Pap, it's at least 10 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 Pointer, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Rat-A-Pap has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Rat-A-Pap 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 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.

The average cost of a Rat-A-Pap is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Rat-A-Pap 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 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.

Rat-A-Pap is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

German Wirehaired Pointers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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.

Rat-A-Paps make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Rat-A-Paps are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Rat-A-Paps are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Rat-A-Paps are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Rat-A-Paps are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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