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German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Langhaariger Vorstehhund or Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund or Heidewachtel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander breeds.
Deutscher Langhaariger Vorstehhund
Langhaar
Pointer
Deutscher Langhaariger
Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund
Large Munsterlander
Großer Münsterländer
Heidewachtel
Munster
Munsterlander
Small Munsterlander
Spion
Vorstehhund
Kleiner Münsterländer
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is the largest?
Large Large Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander? Compare adult weight ranges.
30 kg (66 lb) Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 kg (66 lb) Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander? German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander height comparison:
Male: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm), Female: 23–26 inches (58–66 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm) Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 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: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm) Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $400-$500 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander?
Average: The German Longhaired Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.
Average: The Large Munsterlander is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed ranks highest?
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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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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is easiest to train?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train.
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Large Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most alert?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Large Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most protective?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Large Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Kind
Familiar
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Cheerful
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Strong
Willed
Attentive
Trainable
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: Large Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander?
High: German Longhaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Large Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander social needs comparison:
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed.
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Large Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Longhaired 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 Large Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander 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?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Large Munsterlander dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Small Munsterlander 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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German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most vocal?
Low to Average: The German Longhaired Pointer rarely barks.
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Average: The Large Munsterlander barks occasionally.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most playful?
Average: German Longhaired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Large Munsterlander is a highly playful breed.
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The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the German Longhaired Pointer breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Large Munsterlander breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed is most flexible?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Large Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Small Munsterlander 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 Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander?
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.
Large Munsterlander 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.
Small Munsterlander 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 Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has lowest bite risk?

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

Low 🔽

The Large Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which uses mouth most during play?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Large Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Small Munsterlander 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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Longhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Large Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which breed lives longest?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer: 11 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Large Munsterlander: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has fewer health issues?
German Longhaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Large Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The German Longhaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Large Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The Small Munsterlander 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: German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander health problems comparison:
Ear Infections
Eye Infections
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Osteochondrosis
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Vision Problems

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The German Longhaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Large Munsterlander's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. What colors are available?
White
Brown
Chocolate
Roan
Blue
Black & White
White & Brown
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The German Longhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Large Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which drools least?
The German Longhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Large Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Large Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense
Wavy
Shiny
Dense
Thick
Dense
Thick
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander? German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or {name3 shedding:
German Longhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Large Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best with kids?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Large Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.
Large Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander? Which dog is more friendly?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Large Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Large Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Longhaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander or Small Munsterlander?
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Large Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander?
No
German Longhaired Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Large Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Small Munsterlander 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
Large Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Small Munsterlander 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.
Large Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. 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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. 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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Large Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. 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 German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. 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.

German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-9 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. 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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German Longhaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander vs Small Munsterlander Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Longhaired Pointer, Large Munsterlander, and Small Munsterlander. Which has most recognition?
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
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service

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