German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander Comparison – Which dog is better Deutsch Kurzhaar or Großer Münsterländer?

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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Large Munsterlander
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutsch Kurzhaar, Kurzhaar, GSP, DK, Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund	Großer Münsterländer, Großer Münsterländer Vorstehhund, Large Munsterlander, Large Münsterländer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred
AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club
Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Shorthaired Pointer and Large Munsterlander?	$600-$800	No data available
Availability	Very frequent	Average

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander General Appearance & Basic Info Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander size comparison:	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 61-70 pounds (27-31 kg) Female: 52-61 pounds (23-27 kg)
Avg. Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Avg. Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25 inch (63 cm), Female: 23 inch (58 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander Hair & Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Thick
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer and Large Munsterlander color? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander color comparison:	Roan Liver White Black	Black & White Blue
Grooming Which is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.	Average: The Large Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointers shed moderately.	Large Munsterlanders shed moderately.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	4-6 weeks Average.	6-8 weeks Rarely.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander Characteristics Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Bold Intelligent Boisterous Cooperative Trainable	Affectionate Courageous Obedient Intelligent Cheerful
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander smarter? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.	Átlagos: Átlagos intelligenciájú Large Munsterlander.
Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.	Large Munsterlanders are very easy to train.
Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.	The Large Munsterlander is a highly playful breed.
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.	Large Munsterlanders don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household and frequent guest visits.
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are highly affectionate dogs.	Large Munsterlanders are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers need for social interaction is average.	Large Munsterlanders are a social breed.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.	Average: The Large Munsterlander barks occasionally.
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average watchdogs.	Large Munsterlanders are average watchdogs.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average defenders.	Large Munsterlanders strongly protect their territory.
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low The Large Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI Ordinary: Average dogs have bite force between 200 and 400 PSI.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.	Large Munsterlanders have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.	Wanderlust potential of the Large Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointers have a high impulse to chase and catch something.	Large Munsterlanders have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	Nem lakásbarát kutya German Shorthaired Pointer.	Nem lakásbarát kutya Large Munsterlander.
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shorthaired Pointers adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Large Munsterlanders 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 Large Munsterlander?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Large Munsterlanders 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.
Fighting 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 Large Munsterlander Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average friendly towards strangers.	Large Munsterlanders are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are kid-friendly dogs.	Large Munsterlanders are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Large Munsterlanders are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are dog-friendly dogs.	Large Munsterlanders are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	No German Shorthaired Pointers are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	No Large Munsterlanders are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog.
Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.	Not really This breed generally not used as a therapy dog.
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.	Not really A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Large Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.	Not really The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Large Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Boat Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.	Not really Large Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shorthaired Pointers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Large Munsterlanders are generally with other pets.
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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander Health Factors Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Large Munsterlanders tend to have more and frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander health problems comparison:	Gastric Torsion Hypothyroidism Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Osteochondrosis Dissecans Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Pannus Lymphedema Cardiomyopathy Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Bloat Cataracts Ear Infections Hip Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Skin Irritation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Large Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer and Large Munsterlander breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Shorthaired Pointer and Large Munsterlander?	12-14 years	11-13 years
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Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No	No
Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers are high energy dogs.	Large Munsterlanders are high energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointers need a lot of exercises.	Large Munsterlanders need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	German Shorthaired Pointers don't need too much sleep.	Large Munsterlanders don't need too much sleep.
Avg. daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander? Does the German Shorthaired Pointer breed eat more than the Large Munsterlander breed?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander weight gain potential comparison:	Average.	Average to High.
Weather & Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions	Tolerates warm and cold weather.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells least? Which dog smells most? Which is best, German Shorthaired Pointer or Large Munsterlander?	Medium The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low The Large Munsterlander has a low 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 Large Munsterlander?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example for low drooling tendency.	The Large Munsterlander is a perfect example for very low drooling tendency.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days	60-64 days
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Shorthaired Pointer and Large Munsterlander have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Large Munsterlander litter size comparison:	7-12 puppies	5-9 puppies
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