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Name	Jack Russell Terrier	German Shorthaired Pointer	Rat Terrier
Origins	England	Germany	United States
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier breeds.	Jack Russell Terrier	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Decker Giant Rat Rattie Ratting Terrier American Rat Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Large Medium	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges.	11-18 pounds (5-8 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Standard: 12-35 pounds (5.5-16 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	14.5 pounds (6.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Standard: 23.5 pounds (5.10.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier height comparison:	8-15 inches (20-38 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Standard: 14-23 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (29 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Standard: 18.5 inches (35.5-58.5 cm)

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds.	$700-$1000	$600-$800	$300-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier?	Very frequent: The Jack Russell Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rat Terrier is quite easy to get.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: Jack Russell Terrier is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Smart: The Rat Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is easiest to train?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most alert?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most protective?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier? Compare temperaments.	Stubborn Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Cheerful	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Loving Alert Affectionate Lively Inquisitive
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier?	High: Jack Russell Terrier 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: Rat Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier social needs comparison:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Jack Russell Terrier 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.	The wanderlust potential of the Rat Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rat Terrier 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

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Jack Russell Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most playful?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rat Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Jack Russell Terrier breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Rat Terrier breed.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most flexible?	Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Rat Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat 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.	Rat Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Jack Russell Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rat Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs have a higher than 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.	Rat Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Jack Russell Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Rat Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed lives longest?	12-16 years The average lifespan of Jack Russell Terrier: 14 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	14-18 years The average lifespan of Rat Terrier: 16 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has fewer health issues?	The Jack Russell Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rat Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Jack Russell Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least 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 Rat Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Glaucoma Lens Luxation	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Heart Problems

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which breed is most active?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rat Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rat Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Jack Russell Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rat Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which needs most food?	1/4 to 1 cup 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.	No data available
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. What colors are available?	Black Tan White	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Tan Blue White Brown Tricolor
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which requires most maintenance?	Easy to groom: The Jack Russell Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rat Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which drools least?	The Jack Russell Terrier 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 Rat Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Jack Russell Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rat Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Rough	Dense	Dense Shiny
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier? Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rat Terrier dogs shed above average. See more.
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Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best with kids?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Jack Russell Terrier 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.	Rat Terrier dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Rat Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Jack Russell Terrier or German Shorthaired Pointer or Rat Terrier?	Jack Russell Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rat Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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 Rat Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Jack Russell Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rat Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Jack Russell Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rat Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Jack Russell Terrier 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 Rat Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has most military use?	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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has most puppies?	4-8 puppies	7-12 puppies	5-7 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. What's recommended?	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.

Jack Russell Terrier vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rat Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2012 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2013 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Jack Russell Terrier, German Shorthaired Pointer, and Rat Terrier. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 Irish Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers Jack Russell Terrier Club Of America	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 Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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