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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Jack Russell Terrier	Belgian Malinois
Origins	Germany	England	Belgium
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois breeds.	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Jack Russell Terrier	Malinois
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Small	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 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)	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$700-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Belgian Malinois is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Belgian Malinois is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is easiest to train?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most alert?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most protective?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Active Stubborn Protective Alert Confident Friendly Watchful Hard working
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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Jack Russell Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Belgian Malinois dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Belgian Malinois 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Belgian Malinois is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Belgian Malinois 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Belgian Malinois is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most playful?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier 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 Belgian Malinois indoors.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Belgian Malinois dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois?	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.	Belgian Malinois 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Belgian Malinois has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Belgian Malinois bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Belgian Malinois: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Belgian Malinois is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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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).	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Belgian Malinois should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Hip Dysplasia Eye Problems Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which breed is most active?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	Belgian Malinois dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Belgian Malinois dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Belgian Malinois has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. What colors are available?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Tan White	Black Cream Fawn Brindle
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Belgian Malinois requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which drools least?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jack Russell Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Belgian Malinois is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Belgian Malinois has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Rough	Weather-resistant Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois? German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Belgian Malinois dogs shed moderately. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best with kids?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Belgian Malinois dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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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.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Belgian Malinois dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Belgian Malinois dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Jack Russell Terrier or Belgian Malinois?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Belgian Malinois dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Belgian Malinois 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 Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Belgian Malinois 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.	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Belgian Malinoiss are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Jack Russell Terrier breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Belgian Malinois breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. 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 Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. Which has most puppies?	7-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. 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, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. What's recommended?	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Jack Russell Terrier vs Belgian Malinois Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Jack Russell Terrier, and Belgian Malinois. 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 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	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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