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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Grey Ghost or Drahthaar? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer Weimaraner German Wirehaired Pointer
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Large
Medium
Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or Weimaraner? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 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: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 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 (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1500-$2000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer intelligence:
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer trainability comparison.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? 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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Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
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: Weimaraner 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 Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
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 Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Weimaraner and German Wirehaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 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 Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:
Dense Fine Wiry
Colors
What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Weimaraner and German Wirehaired Pointer color?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Medium

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

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Pointer 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
Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.
German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Weimaraner or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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.

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 Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Not really

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

Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like 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 Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 Weimaraner and German Wirehaired Pointer have?
7-12 puppies 6-8 puppies 6-10 puppies

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 1943 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 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 Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
American Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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