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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Mountain Cur	Plott Hound
Origins	Germany	United States	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Cur Dog Moutain Cur Dog Cur	Plott Plotthund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	Large Medium	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Mountain Cur? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	40-75 pounds (18-34 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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	18-26 inches (46-66 cm)	20-25 inches (51-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58,5 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$300-$500	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Plott Hound is easier than average to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? 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.	Mountain Cur dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Plott Hound dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Energetic Protective Courageous Intelligent Watchful Quiet	Alert Courageous Loyal Bold
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Mountain Cur dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Mountain Cur dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Plott Hound dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs are a social breed. See more.	Plott Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. 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.	Mountain Cur dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Plott Hound 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.	Mountain Cur 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.	Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Mountain Curs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Plott Hound is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Mountain Cur barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Mountain Cur breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Plott Hound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound 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.	Average: Mountain Cur dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Plott Hound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Mountain Cur 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Mountain Cur is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Plott Hounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	No data available	No data available
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).	Average The Mountain Cur should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Plott Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Mountain Cur and Plott Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Mountain Cur: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Plott Hound: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Mountain Cur can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	3 to 4 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.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food 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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Mountain Cur has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Plott Hound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound coat comparison:	Dense	Rough Smooth	Fine
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Mountain Cur and Plott Hound color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Red Blue Cream White Brown Yellow Brindle Blonde	Black Tan Red Blue Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Mountain Cur requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Plott Hound requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Mountain Cur dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	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.	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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes 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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Mountain Cur has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur is an average drooler. See more.	The Plott Hound 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound 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.	Mountain Cur dogs are generally with other pets.	Plott Hound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Plott Hound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Mountain Cur dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Mountain Cur dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Plott Hound 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.	Mountain Curs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Plott Hounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound 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.	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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Mountain Cur or Plott Hound? Which is better for autism?	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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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.	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a 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.	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 Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Mountain Cur breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Plott Hound 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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound 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 Mountain Cur and Plott Hound have?	7-12 puppies	3-8 puppies	6-10 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Mountain Cur vs Plott Hound Recognition Comparison

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.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2006 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	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	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available

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