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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Spinone Italiano	Labrador Retriever
Origins	Germany	Italy	England Canada
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever breeds.	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Italian Griffon Italian Wire-Haired Pointer Spinone Italian Spinone	Lab Labrador
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is the largest?	Large Medium	Large Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 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)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Find price differences between these breeds.	$600-$800	$1500-$2000	$1000-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed ranks highest?	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.	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is easiest to train?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most alert?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most protective?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever? Compare temperaments.	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Friendly Docile Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful
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: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever 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 Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.	Labrador Retriever 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.	Spinone Italiano dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Spinone Italiano 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.	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most playful?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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 Spinone Italiano indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most flexible?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Spinone Italiano 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.	Labrador Retriever 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 Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has fewer health issues?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency 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 Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Bloat Cerebellar Ataxia	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which breed is most active?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Spinone Italiano dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 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.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. What colors are available?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	White Brown Orange Roan	Black Yellow Chocolate
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which drools least?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Wiry	Dense Waterproof Hard Short
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which requires most frequent baths?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever? German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best with kids?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility 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.	Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Labrador Retriever 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 Spinone Italiano or Labrador Retriever?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Spinone Italiano is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Labrador Retriever 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.	Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most military use?	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 Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most puppies?	7-12 puppies	4-8 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. What's recommended?	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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Spinone Italiano vs Labrador Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	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.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Spinone Italiano, and Labrador Retriever. Which has most recognition?	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. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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