Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Trustworthy

Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Bold
Cheerful
Cooperative
Boisterous

Goldenshires are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

United States

United States

Golden Retriever and Yorkshire Terrier

Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Brown
Black
Blue

Red
Brown
White
Black

Wavy

Straight

A Goldenshire can have a litter of 4-6 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 Shorthaired Lab can have a litter of 7-12 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.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat

None Known

Ear Infections

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Blood Work
Lab Tests

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

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Goldenshire, 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 Shorthaired Lab, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Goldenshires require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The German Shorthaired Lab is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

German Shorthaired Lab 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Goldenshire is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Lab is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Goldenshire 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 Shorthaired Lab 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 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.

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

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

Goldenshires have an average level of friendliness towards children.

German Shorthaired Labs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

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

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

Goldenshires are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

The German Shorthaired 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.