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Name	Jack Chi	German Shorthaired Pointer	Boston Terrier
Origins	United States	Germany	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Jackahuahua Jackhuahua	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar	American Gentlemen Boston Bull Terrier Boxwood Boston Bull
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$200-$800	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Average: The Jack Chi is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Boston Terrier is quite easy to get.

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Size Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Small	Large Medium	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier weight comparison:	8-15 pounds (4-7 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	10-25 pounds (6-11kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	11.5 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	17.5 pounds (8.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier height comparison:	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	15-17 inches (38-43 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	16 inches (40.5 cm)

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier coat comparison:	Dense Smooth Straight Medium	Dense	Fine
Colors What are the original Jack Chi, German Shorthaired Pointer and Boston Terrier color?	Black Chocolate Fawn Golden Cream White	Roan Liver White Black	White Brindle Seal Black
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Jack Chi requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boston Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Jack Chis are low shedders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers shed moderately. See more.	Boston Terriers shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Friendly Playful Energetic Active Smart Outgoing Affectionate	Affectionate Bold Intelligent Boisterous Cooperative Trainable	Affectionate Friendly Intelligent Playful Aggressive Gentle Lively
Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier intelligence:	Smart: Jack Chi's has great intelligence. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier trainability comparison.	Jack Chis are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train. See more.	Boston Terriers are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier playfulness comparison:	The Jack Chi is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Boston Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Jack Chis 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: Boston Terriers 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: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Average to High: Jack Chis are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointers are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Boston Terriers are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier social needs comparison:	Jack Chis need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers need for social interaction is average. See more.	Boston Terriers are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Low to Average: The Jack Chi rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Boston Terrier rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Jack Chis are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers are average watchdogs. See more.	Boston Terriers are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Jack Chis are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers are average defenders. See more.	Boston Terriers are average defenders. See more.
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Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Jack Chi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Moderate ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Chi bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Boston Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Jack Chis have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Boston Terriers have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Chi is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Boston Terriers 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?	Jack Chis have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Boston Terriers have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Apartment-friendly dog the Jack Chi breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Boston Terrier 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?	Average: Jack Chis adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Shorthaired Pointers adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Boston Terriers adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	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.	Boston Terriers 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.

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Good With Comparison

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

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Health Comparison

Health Issues Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Jack Chis are commonly healthy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Boston Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Collapsed Trachea Heart Problems Hypoglycemia	Gastric Torsion Hypothyroidism Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Osteochondrosis Dissecans Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Pannus Lymphedema Cardiomyopathy Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Allergies Brain Tumors Cataracts Cherry Eye Deafness Heart Murmurs Megaesophagus Patellar Luxation Reverse Sneezing
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Jack Chi 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).	Average The Boston Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Jack Chi, German Shorthaired Pointer and Boston Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Jack Chi: 16 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Boston Terrier: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier energy level comparison:	Jack Chis have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Shorthaired Pointers are high-energy dogs.	Boston Terriers have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Chis need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shorthaired Pointers need a lot of exercises.	Boston Terriers have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	Jack Chis are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shorthaired Pointers don't need too much sleep.	Boston Terriers are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier?	1 to 1.5 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.	0.5 to 1.5 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? Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Chi's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Boston Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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, Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Low 🔽 The Jack Chi has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Boston Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Jack Chi is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Boston Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier 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: Jack Chi or German Shorthaired Pointer or Boston Terrier? 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.	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?	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.	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: Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier?	Not really Jack Chi 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 Boston Terrier 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.

Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier 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 Jack Chi and German Shorthaired Pointer and Boston Terrier have?	2-5 puppies	7-12 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Jack Chi vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Boston Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1893 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Molossian type Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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

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