German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Comparison – Which dog is better Drahthaar or German Hunt Terrier?

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Name	German Wirehaired Pointer	Jagdterrier
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	German Hunt Terrier German Hunting Terrier German Jagdterrier Deutscher Jagdterrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Is the German Wirehaired Pointer bigger than the Jagdterrier breed? Is a German Wirehaired Pointer smaller than a Jagdterrier?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier weight comparison:	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	20-22 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	21 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Is a German Wirehaired Pointer taller than a Jagdterrier?	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	13–16 inches (33–40 cm)

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Wirehaired Pointer and Jagdterrier?	$500-$600	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier smarter? Which is best? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Courageous Intelligent Reliable Sociable Strong Willed Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Jagdterrier 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Jagdterrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier social needs comparison:	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Jagdterrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier? Which can be better for hunting?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier playfulness comparison:	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Jagdterriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Jagdterrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Jagdterrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Jagdterrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Jagdterrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Jagdterrier bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Wirehaired Pointer more dangerous than a Jagdterrier?	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Jagdterrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier mouthiness comparison:	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Jagdterriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	Primary Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Jagdterrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier lifespan comparison. How long do German Wirehaired Pointer and Jagdterrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Wirehaired Pointer and Jagdterrier?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Jagdterrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	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.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier energy level comparison:	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Jagdterrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Jagdterrier 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Does the German Wirehaired Pointer breed eat more than the Jagdterrier breed?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Jagdterrier has good luck with genetics. See more.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier coat comparison:	Wiry	Wiry Smooth
Colors What are the original German Wirehaired Pointer and Jagdterrier color? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier color comparison:	White Liver	Black Tan Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier grooming comparison:	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Jagdterrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Do German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed more than Jagdterrier dogs?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Jagdterrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	8-12 weeks Very 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.
Hypoallergenic German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	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 Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Jagdterrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Jagdterrier is an average drooler. See more.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Jagdterrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which dog is more friendly?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Jagdterrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Can a German Wirehaired Pointer and a Jagdterrier be friends? Do German Wirehaired Pointer dogs get along with Jagdterrier dogs?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Jagdterrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Jagdterrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Jagdterrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Jagdterriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier 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.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Wirehaired Pointer or Jagdterrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier?	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Jagdterrier 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.
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.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Wirehaired Pointer and Jagdterrier have? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier litter size comparison:	6-10 puppies	3-8 puppies
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Jagdterrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
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 Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available

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