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Name	German Shepherd	Pudelpointer	Weimaraner
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian	Poodle Pointer Puddle Pointer Pudel Pointer Pudle Pointer Pudlepointer Pudel	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which is the smallest dog, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Pudelpointer? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner weight comparison:	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which is more expensive?	$800-$2000	$800-$1000	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pudelpointer is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner intelligence:	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pudelpointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner trainability comparison.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Independent Outright Tempered Selfish Calm Controlled	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Pudelpointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Weimaraner 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 Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Weimaraner 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 Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pudelpointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pudelpointer 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.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pudelpointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner 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:	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pudelpointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner mouthiness comparison:	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.	The Pudelpointer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Weimaraners 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 Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Pudelpointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner lifespan comparison. How long do German Shepherd, Pudelpointer and Weimaraner breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Pudelpointer: 10 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	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 cold weather conditions The Pudelpointer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner energy level comparison:	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pudelpointer dogs have an average exercise need.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pudelpointer dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	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.	2.5 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 Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pudelpointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner coat comparison:	Fuzzy	Wiry Dense Waterproof Double Harsh	Fine
Colors What are the original German Shepherd, Pudelpointer and Weimaraner color?	Black Tan Red Silver	Black Brown Liver	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner grooming comparison:	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pudelpointer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or {name3 shedding:	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pudelpointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pudelpointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.	Pudelpointer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are 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 Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pudelpointer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner?	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pudelpointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Pudelpointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pudelpointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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 Shepherd or Pudelpointer or Weimaraner? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner?	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pudelpointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner 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	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	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 Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner 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 Shepherd and Pudelpointer and Weimaraner have?	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies
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German Shepherd vs Pudelpointer vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club German Shepherd Dog Club Of America	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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