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Name	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog	German Wirehaired Pointer	Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Origins	Switzerland	Germany	United States
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Swissy Great Swiss Mountain Dog Grosser Schweizer Sennenhund Large Swiss Mountain Dog Great Swiss Cattle Dog Bouvier Suisse	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	Chesapeake Chessie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight comparison:	130-135 pounds (59-61 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	132.5 pounds (60 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever height comparison:	23.5-28.5 (60-72 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23.5-28.5 (66 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 24.5 inches (62 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which is more expensive?	$2000-$2500	$500-$600	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Very frequent: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is quite easy to get.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever trainability comparison.	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:	Protective Alert Devoted Selfish Fearless Good-natured Confidence	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Happy Protective Intelligent Affectionate Dominant Quiet
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.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Average to High: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever social needs comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Chesapeake Bay 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever playfulness comparison:	Average: Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Low to Average: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	It is not recommended to keep the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Greater Swiss Mountain Dog bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever mouthiness comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Distichiasis Digestive Problems	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Chesapeake Bay Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, German Wirehaired Pointer and Chesapeake Bay Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Greater Swiss Mountain Dog: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Prefers cold weather The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever energy level comparison:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs have an average exercise need.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	4 to 5 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 4.5 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? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever coat comparison:	Dense	Wiry	Waterproof
Colors What are the original Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, German Wirehaired Pointer and Chesapeake Bay Retriever color?	Black Red White	White Liver	Brown Deadgrass Light Sedge
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Chesapeake Bay Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Greater Swiss Mountain Dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Medium ⏺ The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Chesapeake Bay Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is an average drooler. See more.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog or German Wirehaired Pointer or Chesapeake Bay Retriever? 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.	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: Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever?	Not really Greater Swiss Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Chesapeake Bay Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes 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.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Greater Swiss Mountain Dog and German Wirehaired Pointer and Chesapeake Bay Retriever have?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	7-9 puppies
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Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Chesapeake Bay Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting 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 Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club American Pet Registry, Inc.	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	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

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