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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Riesenschnauzer or Laverack? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter breeds.
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Riesenschnauzer Laverack
Llewellin Setter
Lawerack
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$1500 $400-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is easiest to train?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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English Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is most alert?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is most protective?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Energetic
Intelligent
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Mischievous
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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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 Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Setter 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 Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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English Setter 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Setter dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The English Setter is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is most playful?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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The English Setter is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed is most flexible?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: English Setter dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter?
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.
English Setter 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 Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which uses mouth most during play?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Setter bite force: Ordinary.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has fewer health issues?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The English Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter 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
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. What colors are available?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Black
Pepper
Salt
Tan
Blue
Orange
Tricolor
Liver
Lemon
Belton
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which drools least?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Setter has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Wiry Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Setter dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best with kids?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
English Setter dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Giant Schnauzer or English Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Setter 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
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Setter 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

English Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

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

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

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has most military use?

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 Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has most puppies?
7-12 puppies 5-8 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer vs English Setter Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. How are they classified internationally?
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 Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Giant Schnauzer, and English Setter. Which has most recognition?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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