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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Bassotto? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Springer Spaniel Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Bassotto
Sausage Dog
Tekkel
Tekkel Doxie
Weenie Dog
Worshond
Teckel
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
Medium Large
Medium
Small
Weight
Which is heavier, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund weight comparison:
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $600-$800 $500-$700
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund intelligence:
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel 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
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund trainability comparison.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Dachshund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Dachshund dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Devoted
Lively
Clever
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?
High: English Springer Spaniel 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: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Dachshund 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 English Springer Spaniel 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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Dachshund 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?
English Springer Spaniel 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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Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Dachshund 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:
English Springer Spaniel 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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Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Dachshund 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: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Legg-perthes Disease
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Deafness
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Mitral Valve Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Acanthosis Nigricans
Baldness
Canine Diabetes Mellitus
Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel 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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?
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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund energy level comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
3 to 4.5 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. 1 to 1.5 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? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Springer Spaniel 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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High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund coat comparison:
Feathered Dense Fine
Colors
What are the original English Springer Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer and Dachshund color?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Silver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund grooming comparison:
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund?
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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund 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, English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very 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 Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund 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: English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Dachshund? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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.

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?

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: English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel 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

Dachshund 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund 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 English Springer Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer and Dachshund have?
4-10 puppies 7-12 puppies 4-8 puppies

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

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