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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: French Brittany or Merry Cocker Woker or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund? Find the right dog for you

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Name French Brittany English Cocker Spaniel German Shorthaired Pointer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
No data available Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight comparison:
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $900-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer intelligence:
Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer trainability comparison.
French Brittany dogs are very easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
French Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
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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Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Cocker 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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Social Needs
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Brittany 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.
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English Cocker 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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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer playfulness comparison:
The French Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep French Brittany indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:
Ear Infections
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least 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).
Life Expectancy
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do French Brittany, English Cocker Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
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 cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer energy level comparison:
French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer coat comparison:
Dense Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original French Brittany, English Cocker Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer color?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
French Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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Hypoallergenic
French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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, French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?

Medium

The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The English Cocker 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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French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

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

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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: French Brittany or English Cocker Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? 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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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?

Not really

French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes 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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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.

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired 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.
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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 French Brittany and English Cocker Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer have?
1-11 puppies 6-8 puppies 7-12 puppies

French Brittany vs English Cocker Spaniel vs German Shorthaired 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 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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 Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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

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