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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	German Wirehaired Pointer	German Roughhaired Pointer
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	Deutsch Drahthaar Deutscher Drahthaariger Drahthaar German Wire-haired Pointing Dog Vorstehhund German Wirehaired Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	Large Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	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)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? 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. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Active Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.
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. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer 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.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	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.	German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Roughhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Roughhaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Roughhaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	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).	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The German Roughhaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Roughhaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Roughhaired Pointer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

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

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry	Rough Shiny
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Roughhaired Pointer color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	White Liver	Liver Liver and White Solid Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Roughhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Roughhaired Pointer 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. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Roughhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Roughhaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Roughhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Roughhaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Roughhaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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 Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Roughhaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	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 Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Shorthaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer and German Roughhaired Pointer have?	7-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-10 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Roughhaired Pointer 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 1959 as a Sporting 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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Pet Registry, Inc. The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America	No data available

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