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Name	Bull Terrier	Doberman Pinscher	English Pointer
Origins	England	Germany	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	60	16	113
Reviews	6	16	1
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bully Gladiator English Bull Terrier	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1500	$800-$1000	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer intelligence:	Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Tempered Sweet Trainable Keen	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier 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.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Very healthy dog breed.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Heart Murmurs Deafness Hereditary Nephritis Lens Luxation Spinning	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Bull Terrier, Doberman Pinscher and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer energy level comparison:	Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bull Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Dense Smooth	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Bull Terrier, Doberman Pinscher and English Pointer color?	Black White Brown Brindle Tricolor	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Doberman Pinscher drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer?	Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Yes Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bull Terrier or Doberman Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.
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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Not really Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bull Terrier and Doberman Pinscher and English Pointer have?	1-9 puppies, average 5	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Bull Terrier vs Doberman Pinscher vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type 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. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club 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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	No data available

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