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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Grey Ghost? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Large Large
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $600-$800 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner energy level comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner have?
5-10 puppies 7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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