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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Rat Terrier	Chihuahua
Origins	Germany	United States	Mexico
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier	Csivava Chihuahueño
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	Large Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Rat Terrier? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)	2-6 pounds (1-3 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)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)	4 pounds (2 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	6-9 inches (15-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$300-$500	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chihuahua is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? 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.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Chihuahua dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive	Alert Courageous Intelligent Quick Devoted Lively
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Chihuahua 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Chihuahua dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Rat Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chihuahua 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Chihuahuas, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Chihuahua is a particularly loud 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 Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Chihuahua breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Chihuahua bite force: Weak.
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 Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chihuahua has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chihuahua dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Chihuahuas are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems	Collapsed Trachea Heart Murmurs Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Pulmonic Stenosis Hydrocephalus Hypoglycemia Shivering
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 Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Chihuahua should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Rat Terrier and Chihuahua breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Chihuahua: 16 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chihuahua dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.	Chihuahua dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chihuahua dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	No data available	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cups of high-quality dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Chihuahua has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua coat comparison:	Dense	Dense Shiny	Fine
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Rat Terrier and Chihuahua color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor	Black Tan Red Cream Fawn Chocolate
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Chihuahua requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.	Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Chihuahua has a high 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 Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chihuahua is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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.	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Chihuahua dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier or Chihuahua?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Chihuahua 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.	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Chihuahuas are not recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier or Chihuahua? 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.	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.	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.	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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 Rat Terrier and Chihuahua have?	7-12 puppies	5-7 puppies	2-4 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier vs Chihuahua 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 2013 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Toy 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Chihuahueno 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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National 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

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