Polish Tatra Sheepdog tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

German Wirehaired Pointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Poland

Germany

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

griffon-type

Unknown

1800s

Herding
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:1959)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Brown
Isabella

White

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

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

Wavy

Wiry

A Polish Tatra Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

While the Polish Tatra Sheepdog 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.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Cataracts

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs 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.

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

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Wirehaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

German Wirehaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 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 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 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 Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

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

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

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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