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Name	German Roughhaired Pointer	German Wirehaired Pointer	English Pointer
Origins	Germany	Germany	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsch Drahthaar Deutscher Drahthaariger Drahthaar German Wire-haired Pointing Dog Vorstehhund German Wirehaired Pointer	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$600	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind Familiar	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	High: German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	Average: German Roughhaired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	Low to Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	It is not recommended to keep the German Roughhaired Pointer breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	German Roughhaired 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.	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 Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Roughhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The German Roughhaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	German Roughhaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The German Roughhaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do German Roughhaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Roughhaired Pointer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	3 to 4 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Rough Shiny	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original German Roughhaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer and English Pointer color?	Liver Liver and White Solid Liver	White Liver	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The German Roughhaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Roughhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

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

German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Roughhaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English Pointer?	Not really German Roughhaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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 Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Roughhaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer and English Pointer have?	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Roughhaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs English 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 1959 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	No data available

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