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Name	German Spaniel	Old German Shepherd Dog	Pudelpointer
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Wachtel Deutscher Wachtelhund German Quail Dog	Deutscher Schäferhund Langstockhaariger	Poodle Pointer Puddle Pointer Pudel Pointer Pudle Pointer Pudlepointer Pudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Cross Breed

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which is the smallest dog, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	Large	Large	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Old German Shepherd Dog? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer weight comparison:	40–55 pounds (18–25 kg)	Male: 49-88 pounds (22-40 kg) Female: 44-83 pounds (20-37 kg)	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	Male: 68.5 pounds (31 kg), Female: 63.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer height comparison:	Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 23–26 inches (58–65 cm), Female: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (57 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), 22.5 inches (57 cm)

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	Unknown	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Pudelpointer is a commonly available dog breed.

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer intelligence:	Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Old German Shepherd Dog is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Pudelpointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer trainability comparison.	German Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Energetic Alert	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful	Independent Outright Tempered Selfish Calm Controlled
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: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Pudelpointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer social needs comparison:	German Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the German Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer playfulness comparison:	German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	Average: Old German Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Pudelpointer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	Average: The German Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Pudelpointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.	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 Old German Shepherd Dog indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Pudelpointer breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Pudelpointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Old German Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Pudelpointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The German Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Pudelpointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer mouthiness comparison:	German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Pudelpointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	The Old German Shepherd Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Pudelpointer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Old German Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Pudelpointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer lifespan comparison. How long do German Spaniel, Old German Shepherd Dog and Pudelpointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Old German Shepherd Dog: 12 years	9-11 years The average lifespan of Pudelpointer: 10 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Pudelpointer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer energy level comparison:	German Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Pudelpointer dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	2 to 2.5 cup 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.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Pudelpointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer coat comparison:	Wavy Thick	Wiry Fuzzy Shaggy Smooth	Wiry Dense Waterproof Double Harsh
Colors What are the original German Spaniel, Old German Shepherd Dog and Pudelpointer color?	Brown Brown Roan Solid Red Red & White	Black Tan Brown Grey	Black Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer grooming comparison:	Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Old German Shepherd Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Pudelpointer doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:	German Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	Medium ⏺ The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Old German Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Pudelpointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Spaniel 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 Old German Shepherd Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Pudelpointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	Pudelpointer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which dog is more friendly?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Pudelpointer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer?	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Pudelpointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	Yes German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Old German Shepherd Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Pudelpointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Old German Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Pudelpointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.	Old German Shepherd Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Pudelpointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel or Old German Shepherd Dog or Pudelpointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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.	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?	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.	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 Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer?	Not really German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Old German Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer 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 Spaniel and Old German Shepherd Dog and Pudelpointer have?	4-8 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Spaniel vs Old German Shepherd Dog vs Pudelpointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	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?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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