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Name	Labrador Retriever	German Wirehaired Pointer	Standard Schnauzer
Origins	England Canada	Germany	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer breeds.	Lab Labrador	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	Schnauzer Wirehair Pinscher Mittelschnauzer
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is the largest?	Large	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer? Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Find price differences between these breeds.	$1000-$2000	$500-$600	$1200-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer?	Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Standard Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed ranks highest?	Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Standard Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is easiest to train?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most alert?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most protective?	Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer? Compare temperaments.	Playful Loving Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Gentle Going Social Cheerful	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Playful Intelligent Devoted Lively Trainable Good-natured
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer?	Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Standard Schnauzer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Labrador Retriever 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.	Standard Schnauzer 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?	Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Standard Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most playful?	The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Standard Schnauzer indoors.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed is most flexible?	Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Standard Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer?	Labrador 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.	Standard Schnauzer 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.

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which breed lives longest?	10-12 years The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Standard Schnauzer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which handles climate changes best?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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 Standard Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has fewer health issues?	The Labrador Retriever 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.	Standard Schnauzers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Labrador Retriever 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.	Frequent The Standard Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Ear Infections Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia Acute Moist Dermatitis Cold Tail Myopathy	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	Hip Dysplasia Follicular Dermatitis

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low: The Standard Schnauzer has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 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.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. What colors are available?	Black Yellow Chocolate	White Liver	Black Pepper Salt
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which drools least?	The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Standard Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Standard Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense Waterproof Hard Short	Wiry	Wiry
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer? Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Standard Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best with kids?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer?	Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or German Wirehaired Pointer or Standard Schnauzer?	Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Standard Schnauzer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer?	Yes Labrador Retriever 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 Standard Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Standard Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Standard Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has best nose work ability?	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.	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 Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best for SAR work?	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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Standard Schnauzer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. 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 Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has most puppies?	5-10 puppies	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. 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.

Labrador Retriever vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Standard Schnauzer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. How are they classified internationally?	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 Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Labrador Retriever, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Standard Schnauzer. Which has most recognition?	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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 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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