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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Bully or Apollo of Dogs? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane breeds.
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Bully
Gladiator
English Bull Terrier
Apollo of Dogs
Deutsche Dogge
Gentle Giant
German Mastiff
Dane
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Medium Giant
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 kg) Male: 120-200 pounds (54-90 kg), Female: 100-130 pounds (45-59 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) Male: 160 pounds (72 kg), Female: 115 pounds (52 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 30-34 inches (76-86 cm), Female: 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 32 inches (81 cm), Female: 30 inches (76 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1200-$1500 $800-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Great Dane is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Bull Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Great Dane dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is easiest to train?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Great Dane dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is most alert?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bull Terrier dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Great Dane dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is most protective?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Bull Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Great Dane dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Active
Protective
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Keen
Loving
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
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: Bull Terrier dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Great Dane 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Bull Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Great Dane dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Bull Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Great Dane dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bull Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Great Dane 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 Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Bull Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Great Dane 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Bull Terrier rarely barks.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane rarely barks.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is most playful?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Bull Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Great Danes are not the most playful dog breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Bull Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Great Dane breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed is most flexible?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Bull Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Great Dane dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Bull Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Great Dane 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Bull Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Great Dane bite force: The Strongest.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bull Terrier: 11 years
7-11 years
The average lifespan of Great Dane: 9 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. 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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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has fewer health issues?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Very healthy dog breed.
Great Danes are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Great Dane should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Heart Murmurs
Deafness
Hereditary Nephritis
Lens Luxation
Spinning
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Cancer
Bloat
Mitral Valve Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Persistent Right Aortic Arch
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Bull Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Low to Average: The Great Dane has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. What colors are available?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
White
Brown
Brindle
Tricolor
Black
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Merle
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Great Dane requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which drools least?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Great Dane drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Medium

The Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Great Dane has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Dense
Smooth
Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. 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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane? German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Great Dane dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is best with kids?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Great Dane dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Bull Terrier or Great Dane?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Bull Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Great Dane dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Great Dane dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Great Dane is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Great Danes are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Great Dane breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. 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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Yes

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 Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has most puppies?
7-12 puppies 1-9 puppies, average 5 10-15 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Bull Terrier vs Great Dane Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Bull Terrier, and Great Dane. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
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
Canadian Canine Registry

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