German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Lab?

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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	England Canada
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Lab Labrador
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Is the German Shorthaired Pointer bigger than the Labrador Retriever breed? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer smaller than a Labrador Retriever?	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer taller than a Labrador Retriever?	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 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: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever?	$600-$800	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever smarter? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever 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 Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	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 Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Does the German Shorthaired Pointer breed eat more than the Labrador Retriever breed?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, 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 Labrador Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever color? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever color comparison:	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Do German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed more than Labrador Retriever dogs?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 or Labrador Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very 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 Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? Can a German Shorthaired Pointer and a Labrador Retriever be friends? Do German Shorthaired Pointer dogs get along with Labrador Retriever dogs?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Labrador Retriever 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.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Labrador Retriever? 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.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes 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.
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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever litter size comparison:	7-12 puppies	5-10 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever 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 1917 as a Sporting 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.
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 Canadian Canine Registry

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