German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Langhaariger Vorstehhund or Deutscher Wachtel?

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Name	German Longhaired Pointer	German Spaniel
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. What other names are these breeds known by?	Deutscher Langhaariger Vorstehhund Langhaar Pointer Deutscher Langhaariger	Deutscher Wachtel Deutscher Wachtelhund German Quail Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel. Which breed is heavier?	30 kg (66 lb)	40–55 pounds (18–25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 kg (66 lb)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel? Is a German Longhaired Pointer taller than a German Spaniel?	Male: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm), Female: 23–26 inches (58–66 cm)	Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm), Female: 23–26 inches (58–66 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel?	Average: The German Longhaired Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare training requirements.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare alertness levels.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare territorial behaviors.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel. How do their temperaments differ?	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind Familiar	Energetic Alert
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel?	High: German Longhaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel social needs comparison:	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel?	German Longhaired 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 German Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low to Average: The German Longhaired Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: German Longhaired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare living space needs.	It is not recommended to keep the German Longhaired Pointer breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare adaptability levels.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel?	German Longhaired Pointer 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.	German 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.

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The German Longhaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare mouthing behaviors.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Longhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare average lifespans.	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare climate tolerances.	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 common health issues between a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel. Which breed is healthier?	German Longhaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel?	Frequent The German Longhaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel health problems comparison:	Ear Infections Eye Infections	No data available

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare activity levels.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The German Longhaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare daily food needs.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel? Compare breed colors.	White Brown Chocolate Roan	Brown Brown Roan Solid Red Red & White
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The German Longhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare drooling amounts.	The German Longhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The German Longhaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel? Compare fur types.	Dense Wavy Shiny	Wavy Thick
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare bathing frequencies.	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 German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel? Do German Longhaired Pointer dogs shed more than German Spaniel dogs?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare kid-friendliness.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Longhaired Pointer or German Spaniel? Can a German Longhaired Pointer and a German Spaniel be friends? Do German Longhaired Pointer dogs get along with German Spaniel dogs?	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel?	No German Longhaired Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Longhaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Longhaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare service capabilities.	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 Which is better for therapy work: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare therapy capabilities.	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 Which is better at detection work: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really German Longhaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a German Longhaired Pointer or a German Spaniel? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which has stronger military background?	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.

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which has larger litters?	4-6 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

German Longhaired Pointer vs German Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between German Longhaired Pointer and German Spaniel. Which is more widely recognized?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available

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