Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

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

Cocker Jacks 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.

Cocker Spaniel, Jack Russell Terrier

German Wirehaired Pointer, Labrador Retriever

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Unknown

2000s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Cream

Black
Brown
White
Pied

Cocker Jacks have medium-length coats.

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

Straight

Wiry

A Cocker Jack can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Allergies
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Cataracts

X-Rays
CT or MRI scan
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Ocular Tests
Biochemical Profile Tests

X-Rays
Fluorescein Test
Full Physical Examination

Retreiving, Hiking, Ball, Walk, Chase, Fetch, Tug-of-war, Beach days, Swim, Ball playing, Walks, Throwing ball, Fell walking, Woodland walks, Swimming, Train, Trick, Pool, Eating, Frisbee, Walking, Playing, Cuddling

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

Cocker Jacks 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 Cocker Jack, 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 Cocker Jacks usually need at least 90 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.

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

The German Wirehaired Lab has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) Cocker Jack 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 Cocker Jack 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 Cocker Jack 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 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.

Cocker Jacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Cocker Jacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

German Wirehaired Labs are highly friendly around strangers.

Cocker Jacks 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.