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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Glatthaariger Pinscher or Drahthaar or Glennie? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Pinscher German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier
OriginsGermany flagGermany Germany flagGermany Ireland flagIreland
Group Working Dogs Gun Dog Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Glennie
Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Glen
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier height comparison:
16-19 inches (41-48 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm)

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$1400-$1600 $500-$600 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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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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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier trainability comparison.
German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
Active
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?
Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier social needs comparison:
German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier playfulness comparison:
The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?
Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
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 German Pinscher indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Glen of Imaal Terrier bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier mouthiness comparison:
German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Thrombopathia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Glen of Imaal Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, German Wirehaired Pointer and Glen of Imaal Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier energy level comparison:
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 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? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Wiry Dense
Colors
What are the original German Pinscher, German Wirehaired Pointer and Glen of Imaal Terrier color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
White
Liver
Black
Blue
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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, German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Good With Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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: German Pinscher or German Wirehaired Pointer or Glen of Imaal Terrier? 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Glen of Imaal Terrier 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.

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 German Pinscher and German Wirehaired Pointer and Glen of Imaal Terrier have?
6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies 3-5 puppies

German Pinscher vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Glen of Imaal Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America
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