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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Hungarian Pointer or IRWS? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer Vizsla Irish Red and White Setter
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Other Names
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Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
IRWS
Irish RW Setter
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
Large
Medium
Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Vizsla? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 50-75 pounds (25-34 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 62.5 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (62-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) Male: 25 inches (64 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Irish Red and White Setter is easier than average to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White 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.
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Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Playful
Energetic
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Devoted
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Irish Red and White Setter dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Vizsla dogs are a social breed.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs are a social breed.
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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.
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Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Irish Red and White Setter is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Irish Red and White Setter 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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Irish Red and White Setter is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Irish Red and White Setter breed in the home.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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.
Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Irish Red and White Setter 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 Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Vizsla 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.
Irish Red and White 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 Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Irish Red and White Setter bite force: Ordinary.
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 Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Irish Red and White Setter has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter mouthiness comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Vizsla dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Irish Red and White Setter is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
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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 Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Irish Red and White Setter should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Vizsla and Irish Red and White Setter breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
11-13 years
The average lifespan of Irish Red and White Setter: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Irish Red and White Setter can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White 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. 2.5 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Irish Red and White Setter has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter coat comparison:
Dense Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Silky
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Vizsla and Irish Red and White Setter color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Red
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Irish Red and White Setter requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Irish Red and White Setter dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Irish Red and White 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.
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The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Irish Red and White Setter is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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.
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Irish Red and White Setter dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Irish Red and White 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 Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Irish Red and White 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
Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Irish Red and White 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.
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Irish Red and White Setters are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Vizsla or Irish Red and White Setter? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White Setter?

Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Irish Red and White Setter breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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 Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can German Shorthaired Pointer and Vizsla and Irish Red and White Setter have?
7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-12 puppies

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Irish Red and White 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 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 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. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. 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
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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