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Name	Golden Retriever	German Shorthaired Pointer	Weimaraner
Origins	Scotland	Germany	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Golden Flat Coat Yellow Retriever	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is the smallest dog, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	Large	Large Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight comparison:	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	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)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	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)
Height Which is taller, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)	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)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner coat comparison:	Silky Wavy Shiny Straight	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Golden Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner color?	Golden Light	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner grooming comparison:	Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Weimaraner 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: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. 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.

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Confident Friendly Reliable Kind Trustworthy	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner intelligence:	Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner trainability comparison.	Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner playfulness comparison:	The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Weimaraner 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: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Moderate ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner mouthiness comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs have a strong 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.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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.	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	Golden Retriever 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.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

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

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Health Comparison

Health Issues Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health comparison. Which is the healthier: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Hemangiosarcoma Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	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
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Golden Retriever 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).	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner lifespan comparison. How long do Golden Retriever, German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Hypoallergenic Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner energy level comparison:	Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner?	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.	2.5 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? Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	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 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.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	Medium ⏺ The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	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. See more.

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good 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: Golden Retriever or German Shorthaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.
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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?	Yes Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner 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.

Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner 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 Golden Retriever and German Shorthaired Pointer and Weimaraner have?	5-10 puppies	7-12 puppies	6-8 puppies
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Golden Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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 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

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