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Name	English Shepherd	American Water Spaniel	English Pointer
Origins	England	United States	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Farm Collie	American Brown Spaniel American Brown Water Spaniel	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or American Water Spaniel? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	35 pounds (15.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer height comparison:	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)	15-18 inches (36-46 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?	20.5 inches (52 cm)	16.5 inches (41 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$800-$1000	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs are 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: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable	Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Obedient Trainable	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: American Water Spaniel 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: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: American Water Spaniel 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.
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Social Needs English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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?	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.	Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally. 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 English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	American Water Spaniel 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: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	American Water Spaniel 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.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Water Spaniel 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 English Shepherd has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	English Shepherd dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Degenerative Myelopathy Distichiasis Mitral Valve Disease	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do English Shepherd, American Water Spaniel and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 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: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer energy level comparison:	English Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of exercises.	American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 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? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Fluffy Silky	Curly	Dense
Colors What are the original English Shepherd, American Water Spaniel and English Pointer color?	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor	Brown Liver Chocolate	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	English Shepherd dogs shed moderately. See more.	American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. 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: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. 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 English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The American Water Spaniel 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 English Shepherd 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 American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	American Water Spaniel 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 English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	English Shepherd dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	American Water Spaniel dogs are very 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 English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel or English Pointer?	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	American Water Spaniel 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: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	Yes English Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes American Water Spaniel 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 English Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No American Water Spaniel 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?	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.	American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: English Shepherd or American Water Spaniel 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.
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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.	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: English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer?	Not really English Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes American Water Spaniel breed usually likes 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	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.

English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel 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 English Shepherd and American Water Spaniel and English Pointer have?	5-8 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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English Shepherd vs American Water Spaniel vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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