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English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Springer Spaniel or Drahthaar or German Hunt Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Name English Springer Spaniel German Wirehaired Pointer Jagdterrier
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier breeds.
Springer Spaniel Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
German Hunt Terrier
German Hunting Terrier
German Jagdterrier
Deutscher Jagdterrier
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 21 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier height comparison:
Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm) 13–16 inches (33–40 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $500-$600 $300-$500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Springer Spaniel 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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is easiest to train?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most alert?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most protective?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
Courageous
Intelligent
Reliable
Sociable
Strong
Willed
Adaptable
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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Jagdterrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?
High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier social needs comparison:
English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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 Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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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 Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most playful?
The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most flexible?
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?
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.
Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has lowest bite risk?

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

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed lives longest?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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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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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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has fewer health issues?
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
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).
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
Primary Lens Luxation

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which breed is most active?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Jagdterrier 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Jagdterrier dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which needs most food?
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. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
White
Liver
White
Liver
Black
Tan
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which drools least?
The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Jagdterrier is an average drooler.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Medium

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

Medium

The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Wiry Wiry
Smooth
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very 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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best with kids?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which dog is more friendly?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Jagdterrier 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 Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Jagdterrier 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 Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Jagdterrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has most military use?

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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has most puppies?
4-10 puppies 6-10 puppies 3-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. What's recommended?

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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English Springer Spaniel vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. How are they classified internationally?
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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Jagdterrier. Which has most recognition?
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 Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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 Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America
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