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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or African Lion Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Brittany German Shorthaired Pointer Rhodesian Ridgeback
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
African Lion Hound
African Lion Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Medium Large
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $600-$800 $900-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Dignified
Sensitive
Intelligent
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Brittany 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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
High: Brittany 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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High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:
Brittany 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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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Rhodesian Ridgeback 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?
Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Brittany 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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Brittany 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.
Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
The Brittany 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.
The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Dermoid Sinus
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Brittany 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).
Average
The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, German Shorthaired Pointer and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Brittany 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 Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity.
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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:
Feathered Dense Dense
Colors
What are the original Brittany, German Shorthaired Pointer and Rhodesian Ridgeback color?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Gray
Red
White
Golden
Wheaten
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rhodesian Ridgeback?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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, Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

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

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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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?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

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?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a 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: Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?

Not really

Brittany 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

Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Reproducibility Comparison

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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 Brittany and German Shorthaired Pointer and Rhodesian Ridgeback have?
1-11 puppies, average 6 7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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
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
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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