Active
Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Extroverted

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

Pomerats are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

American Rat Terrier, Pomeranian

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Pomerats have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Pomerat 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 Lab 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.

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Demodectic Mange
Epilepsy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Color Dilution Alopecia
Teeth Issues

Entropion
Cataracts

Eye
Elbow
Knee
X-Rays
MRI
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests
Skin Evaluation
Full Physical Examination
Hip

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

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

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

Pomerats sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Walk, Chase, Play fighting, Keep-away, Tug-of-war, Nap, Energy, Skateboarding, Cuddling, Barking at cats

Playing Ball, Fetch, Hiking, Walks, Swimming, Hunting, Catch balls, Fetch bumper, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Tag, Running, Road trip, Tracking, Tricks, Tug, Obstacles, Rides, Trackin, 4 months, Cuddles

Pomerats 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 Labs 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 Pomerat, it's at least 8 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 Lab, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pomerats usually need at least 25 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 Labs 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-16 pound (2 - 7 kg) Pomerat 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 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) German Wirehaired Lab 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 Pomerat is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Lab is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Pomerat is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 Lab 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.

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

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

Pomerats make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Pomerats are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

German Wirehaired Labs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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

Pomerats are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Wirehaired Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

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

Pomerats are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The German Wirehaired Lab is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.