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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Glatthaariger Pinscher or Kobe Terrier? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
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Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Kobe Terrier
Mikado Terrier
Nihon Teria
Nihon Terrier
Oyuki Snowy Terrier
Nippon Terrier
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
Large
Medium
Medium Small
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or German Pinscher? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) 5-9 pounds
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) 30 pounds (13.5 kg) 7 pounds
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 16-19 inches (41-48 cm) 8-13 inches
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 10.5 inches

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1400-$1600 $1000-$1300
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.
Average: The Japanese Terrier is a commonly available dog breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: Japanese Terrier is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Japanese Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Japanese Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? 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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German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Japanese Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Active
Affectionate
Lively
Cheerful
Vigilant
Swift
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Japanese Terrier 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 German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Japanese Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Japanese Terrier 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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The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home.
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Japanese Terrier 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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German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Japanese Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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The Japanese Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Japanese Terrier is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Pinscher indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Japanese Terrier breed in the home.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier 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.
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Japanese Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
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.
Japanese Terrier 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 German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Japanese Terrier 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 German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
Japanese Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
No data available No data available
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 German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Japanese Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, German Pinscher and Japanese Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Japanese Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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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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 German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier energy level comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Japanese Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Japanese Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Japanese Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Low: The Japanese Terrier has good luck with genetics.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier coat comparison:
Dense Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Fine
Dense
Smooth
Glossy
Slick
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, German Pinscher and Japanese Terrier color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Black
White
Tricolor
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Japanese Terrier requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Japanese Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier?
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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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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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier 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 German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier 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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Pinscher or Japanese Terrier? 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.

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier?

Not really

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

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

Japanese Terrier 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.

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 German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier 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 German Pinscher and Japanese Terrier have?
7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 4-7 puppies

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Pinscher vs Japanese Terrier 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 2003 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers 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
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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