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Name	Giant Schnauzer	German Shorthaired Pointer	German Shepherd
Origins	Germany	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	80	10	2
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Riesenschnauzer	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd weight comparison:	Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1500	$600-$800	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd intelligence:	Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Trainability Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd trainability comparison.	Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Powerful Intelligent Dominant Loyal Kind Strong Willed	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Shepherd 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

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd 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 Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shepherd dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shepherd 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 Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The German Shepherd has a high chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd mouthiness comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Retinal Dysplasia Glaucoma Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do Giant Schnauzer, German Shorthaired Pointer and German Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd energy level comparison:	Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	8 to 10 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.	3 to 4 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? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd coat comparison:	Wiry	Dense	Fuzzy
Colors What are the original Giant Schnauzer, German Shorthaired Pointer and German Shepherd color?	Black Pepper Salt	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd grooming comparison:	Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Low 🔽 The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shepherd 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 Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd?	Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Yes Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Giant Schnauzer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shepherd? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd?	Not really Giant Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd 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 Giant Schnauzer and German Shorthaired Pointer and German Shepherd have?	5-8 puppies	7-12 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Giant Schnauzer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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