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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever	Pont-Audemer Spaniel
Origins	Germany	Canada	France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Little River Duck Dog Novie Scotty Toller	Setter of Pont-Audemer Epagneul Pont-Audemer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Large Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	37-51 pounds (17-23 kg)	44-60 pounds (20-27 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)	44 pounds (20 kg)	52 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	17-21 inches (43-53 cm)	20-23 inches (50-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	19 inches (48 cm)	21.5 inches (54 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1800-$2000	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is quite easy to get.	Average: The Pont-Audemer Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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.	Very smart: Pont-Audemer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Responsive Affectionate Gentle	Clownish Affectionate Gentle Trainable 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are a social breed. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Pont-Audemer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Pont-Audemer Spaniel is a vocal breed. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Pont-Audemer Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever 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.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	Pont-Audemer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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).	Rare The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Pont-Audemer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Pont-Audemer Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Pont-Audemer Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	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.	2 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Pont-Audemer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense	Waterproof	Dense Curly Wavy Smooth
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Pont-Audemer Spaniel color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Red Gold	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Pont-Audemer Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	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.	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are generally with other pets.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Pont-Audemer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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.	Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pont-Audemer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever or Pont-Audemer Spaniel? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever and Pont-Audemer Spaniel have?	7-12 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever vs Pont-Audemer Spaniel 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 2003 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.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs 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	No data available	No data available

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