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Name	Podenco Canario	English Pointer	Poitevin
Origins	Spain	England	France
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Canarian Hound Canarian Warren Hound Canary Islands Hound Canary Islands Warren Hound	English Pointer	Chien du Haut-Poitou Haut-Poitou
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Which is the smallest dog, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Large	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or English Pointer? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin weight comparison:	Male: 44-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 37-46 pounds (17-21 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 41.5 pounds (19 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin height comparison:	Male: 21-25 inches (53-63,5 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 24-28 inches (61–71 cm), Female: 23-27 inches (58–69 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$400-$500	Unknown
Availability Which is easier to get, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Average: The Podenco Canario is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Poitevin is easier than average to get.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin intelligence:	Smart: The Podenco Canario dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Poitevin dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin trainability comparison.	Podenco Canario dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Poitevin 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: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Podenco Canario dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Poitevin dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Podenco Canario dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Poitevin dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Friendly Calm Fast	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Playful Aloof Loyal Brave Obstinate Willful Unaffectionate
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Podenco Canario dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Poitevin 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: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Average: Podenco Canario dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Below Average: Poitevin dogs don't bond too closely to their owners. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin social needs comparison:	Podenco Canario dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Poitevin 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 Podenco Canario is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Poitevin 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?	Podenco Canario dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Poitevin dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin playfulness comparison:	The Podenco Canario is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Poitevin is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Low to Average: The Podenco Canario rarely barks. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Poitevin is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Podenco Canario breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Poitevin breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Podenco Canario dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Poitevin dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	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.	Poitevin dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Podenco Canario bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Poitevin 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 Podenco Canario has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Poitevin has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin mouthiness comparison:	Podenco Canario dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Poitevin dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin health comparison. Which is the healthier: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Podenco Canarios are commonly healthy dogs.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Poitevins are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Podenco Canario should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Poitevin should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin lifespan comparison. How long do Podenco Canario, English Pointer and Poitevin breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Podenco Canario: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Poitevin: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	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.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin energy level comparison:	Podenco Canario dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Poitevin dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Podenco Canario dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Poitevin dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Podenco Canario dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Poitevin dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	2 to 2.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Podenco Canario has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Poitevin has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin coat comparison:	Dense Shiny	Dense	Rough Straight
Colors What are the original Podenco Canario, English Pointer and Poitevin color?	White Brown Yellow Chocolate	Black White Brown Yellow	Black White Orange Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin grooming comparison:	Average: The Podenco Canario requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Poitevin requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Podenco Canario or English Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Podenco Canario dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Poitevin dogs are low shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	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.
Hypoallergenic Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Medium ⏺ The Podenco Canario has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Poitevin has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Podenco Canario is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Poitevin drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Podenco Canario dogs are generally with other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Poitevin dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? Which dog is more friendly?	Podenco Canario dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Poitevin dogs are not 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 Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Podenco Canario dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Poitevin dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Podenco Canario dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Poitevin dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin?	Podenco Canario dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Poitevin dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Yes Podenco Canario dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Poitevin dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Podenco Canario is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Poitevin is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Podenco Canarios are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Poitevins are not the best breed for elderly people.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin 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: Podenco Canario or English Pointer or Poitevin? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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: Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin?	Not really Podenco Canario breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Poitevin breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin 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 Podenco Canario and English Pointer and Poitevin have?	6-12 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Podenco Canario vs English Pointer vs Poitevin 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 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type - Hunting Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	No data available

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