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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Merry Cocker Woker or English Beagle? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer English Cocker Spaniel Beagle
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Merry Cocker Woker
Cocker
English Beagle
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
Large
Medium
Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or English Cocker Spaniel? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 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: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $900-$1200 $500-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Beagle dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? 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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
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: English Cocker Spaniel 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Beagle is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Beagle 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Cocker Spaniel 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.
Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Beagle 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.

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Beagle 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Cherry Eye
Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Beagle Dwarfism
Chinese Beagle Syndrome
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).
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 0.5 to 1.5 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle coat comparison:
Dense Feathered Dense
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, English Cocker Spaniel and Beagle color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Red
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Beagle dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?

Medium

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

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Beagle has a high 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 English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Beagle 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
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Beagle 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.
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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 English Cocker Spaniel or Beagle? 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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Yes

This breed makes a perfect 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 English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle?

Not really

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

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

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

Not really

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

Not really

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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 English Cocker Spaniel and Beagle have?
7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 2-14 puppies, average 7

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Cocker Spaniel vs Beagle 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 1946 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
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
National 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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