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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	English Pointer	English Setter
Origins	Germany	England	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	10	113	95
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	English Pointer	Laverack Llewellin Setter Lawerack
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter?	Large Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 55-80 pounds (25-36 kg), Female: 45-70 pounds (20-32 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)	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 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: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$400-$500	$400-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The English Setter is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The English Setter dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	English Setter dogs are 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	English Setter dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? 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.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Setter dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Energetic Intelligent Gentle Strong Willed Mischievous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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 English Pointer vs English Setter?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: English Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Setter 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.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	English Setter 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.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Setter 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 English Pointer vs English Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Setter is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Setter breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter 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.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	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.	English Setter 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 English Pointer vs English Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The English Setter 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 English Pointer vs English Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter 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).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The English Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, English Pointer and English Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of English Setter: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter?	3 to 4 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.	4 to 5 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 English Pointer vs English Setter weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The English Setter breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Feathered
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, English Pointer and English Setter color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black White Brown Yellow	Tan Blue Orange Tricolor Liver Lemon Belton
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The English Setter requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	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 vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Setter 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 English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Setter is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter 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.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	English Setter dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or English Pointer or English Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Setter dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Setter 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 English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Setter 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.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter 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 English Pointer or English Setter? 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.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes English Setter 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.	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 English Pointer vs English Setter 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 English Pointer and English Setter have?	7-12 puppies	4-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Pointer vs English Setter 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 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.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the British and Irish Pointers and Setters 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	Unknown

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