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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Doberman or Malinois? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer Doberman Pinscher Belgian Malinois
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Group Gun Dog Working Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Doberman
Dobermann
Dobynm
Dobie
Malinois
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
Large
Medium
Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 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: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1000 $1200-$1400
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Active
Stubborn
Protective
Alert
Confident
Friendly
Watchful
Hard working
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: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Belgian Malinois 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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Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Their prey drive is low.
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Belgian Malinois 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.
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 Belgian Malinois indoors.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Doberman Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

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

Moderate

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Belgian Malinois 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Wobbler's Syndrome
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits
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 Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?
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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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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 5 to 6 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois coat comparison:
Dense Fine Weather-resistant
Straight
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately.
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Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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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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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?

Medium

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

Medium

The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
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.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Belgian Malinois 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Belgian Malinois 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
Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Belgian Malinois 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.
Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois 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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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Belgian Malinois? 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?

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.

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?

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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois?

Not really

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

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

Belgian Malinois 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois 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 Shorthaired Pointer and Doberman Pinscher and Belgian Malinois have?
7-12 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-10 puppies

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding 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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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

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