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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Comparison - Dog breed selector: St. Hubert Hound or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Podenco Andalusian? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Podenco Andalusian
Podenco Andaluz
Podenco Maneto Andalusian
Andalusian Podenco
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Large Large
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound weight comparison:
Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Small: 11-24 pounds (5-11 kg)Large: 46-73 pounds (20-33 kg), Medium: 22-40 pounds (10-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Small: 17.5 pounds (8 kg)Large: 59.5 pounds (26.5 kg), Medium: 31 pounds (14 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound height comparison:
Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Small: 12-17 inches (30-43 cm)Large: 20-25 inches (50-63 cm), Medium: 16-21 inches (40-53 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Small: 14.5 inches (36.5 cm)Large: 22.5 inches (56.5 cm), Medium: 18.5 inches (46.5 cm)

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $600-$800 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Average: The Andalusian Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound intelligence:
Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Andalusian Hound dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound trainability comparison.
Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Andalusian Hound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Andalusian Hound dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Andalusian Hound dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Excellent sight
Smell
Hearing
Hunting
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Andalusian Hound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?
High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Andalusian Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound social needs comparison:
Bloodhound 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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Andalusian Hound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Andalusian Hound dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound playfulness comparison:
The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Andalusian Hound is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?
A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Andalusian Hound barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Andalusian Hound breed in the home.

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Andalusian Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Bloodhound 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Andalusian Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound mouthiness comparison:
Bloodhound 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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Andalusian Hound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?
Very healthy dog breed.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Andalusian Hound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Average
The Andalusian Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Bloodhound, German Shorthaired Pointer and Andalusian Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Andalusian Hound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?
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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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound energy level comparison:
Bloodhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Andalusian Hound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Bloodhound dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Andalusian Hound dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Bloodhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Andalusian Hound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 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 4 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? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Andalusian Hound has an average risk for obesity.
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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound coat comparison:
Rough Dense Wiry
Smooth
Colors
What are the original Bloodhound, German Shorthaired Pointer and Andalusian Hound color?
Black
Tan
Red
Liver
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Golden
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Bloodhound doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Andalusian Hound requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Bloodhound dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Andalusian Hound dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound 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, Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Andalusian Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Andalusian Hound 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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Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Good With Comparison

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

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound 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: Bloodhound or German Shorthaired Pointer or Andalusian Hound? 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound?

Not really

Bloodhound breed usually doesn't like 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

Andalusian Hound 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.

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound 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 Bloodhound and German Shorthaired Pointer and Andalusian Hound have?
8-10 puppies 7-12 puppies 3-5 puppies

Bloodhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Andalusian Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
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