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Name	Flat-Coated Retriever	German Shorthaired Pointer	Blue Picardy Spaniel
Origins	United Kingdom	Germany	France
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel breeds.	Flatte Flattie Flatcoat	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Bleu Picard Épagneul Bleu de Picardie
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Large Medium	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	43-45 pounds (19-20 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	44 pounds (19.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel? Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel height comparison:	22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	23 inches (58.5 cm)

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$1200	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel?	Very frequent: The Flat-Coated Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Flat-Coated Retriever is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Devoted Optimistic	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Active Playful Protective Gentle Adaptable Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel 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: Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel?	High: Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel social needs comparison:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Flat-Coated Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Picardy Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Flat-Coated Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Flat-Coated Retriever breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Blue Picardy Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?	Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel?	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.	Blue Picardy 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Flat-Coated Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Blue Picardy Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Flat-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Picardy Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Flat-Coated Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Blue Picardy Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Flat-Coated Retriever 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?	Very healthy dog breed.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Blue Picardy Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Flat-Coated Retriever 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).	Frequent The Blue Picardy Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel health problems comparison:	Cancer	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Ear Infections

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which breed is most active?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Flat-Coated Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which needs most food?	3-4 cup high-quality commercial dog food (that is formulated for large-breed dogs), divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. What colors are available?	Black Liver	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Gray Speckled
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Flat-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Blue Picardy Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which drools least?	The Flat-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Blue Picardy Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Flat-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Blue Picardy Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Thick Shiny	Dense	Feathered
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel? Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best with kids?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Flat-Coated Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Blue Picardy Spaniel?	Flat-Coated Retriever dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever 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 Blue Picardy Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Flat-Coated Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Blue Picardy Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Flat-Coated Retrievers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Blue Picardy Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?	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
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Flat-Coated Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Blue Picardy Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. 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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	7-12 puppies	5-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. What's recommended?	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.

Flat-Coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Blue Picardy Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Flat-Coated Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Blue Picardy Spaniel. Which has most recognition?	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	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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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