Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Dignified
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Tempered
Sweet
Willful
Generous
Thoughtful

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

Irish Wolfhound, German Wirehaired Pointer

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Blue
Red

Brindle
Gray
Fawn
Silver
Black
Brown

Straight

Wiry

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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 Pointing Wolfhound 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.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Von Willebrand's Disease

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Cataracts

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

X-Rays
Serum Chemistry
Blood Count
Coagulation Assay

English Cotralian has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

English Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

English Cotralians 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.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds 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.

In general most English Cotralians usually need at least 75 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 Pointing Wolfhounds 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.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhound 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
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of an English Cotralian is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Pointing Wolfhound 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

The English Cotralian is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

English Cotralians make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

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

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

English Cotralians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

English Cotralians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

German Wirehaired Pointing Wolfhounds are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The English Cotralian 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 Pointing Wolfhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.