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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Golden Retriever	Rhodesian Ridgeback
Origins	Germany	Scotland	Zimbabwe
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Large Medium	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Golden Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 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: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1000-$2000	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? 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.	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal 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. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Golden Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	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.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback coat comparison:	Dense	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Golden Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Golden Light	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. 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 Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes This breed makes good 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 Golden Retriever or Rhodesian Ridgeback? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	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.
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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Golden Retriever and Rhodesian Ridgeback have?	7-12 puppies	5-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever vs Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 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 Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds 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	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US

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