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Name	English Pointer	Beagle	Whippet
Origins	England	England	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet breeds.	English Pointer	English Beagle	Snap Dog English Whippet
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet? Compare adult weight ranges.	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	25 - 45 pounds (11 - 21 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet? English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 18.5-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17.5-19 inches (44-48 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$500	$500-$800	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Whippet is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is easiest to train?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Whippet dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most alert?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Whippet dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most protective?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Whippet dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Outright Companionable Adaptable Quiet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	English Pointer dogs 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: Whippet dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Whippet dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Whippet dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Beagle 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 Whippet is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Whippet dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low: The Whippet barks none to minimal. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most playful?	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Whippets, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Whippet breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most flexible?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Whippet dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Beagle 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.

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Whippet: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which has fewer health issues?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Whippet 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?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Whippet 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: English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Heart Murmurs Hypothyroidism Von Willebrand's Disease Heart Problems Deafness Vaccination Sensitivity Drug Sensitivity Arthritis Kidney Issues Addison's Disease

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which breed is most active?	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Whippet dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Whippet dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Whippet dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low: The Whippet has good luck with genetics. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 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.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. What colors are available?	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	Black Red Blue Cream White Fawn
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Whippet requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which drools least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Whippet is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Whippet has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Dense	Fine Short Close in texture
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet? English Pointer or Beagle or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Whippet dogs are low shedders. See more.
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English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is best with kids?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Whippet dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Whippet dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Beagle or Whippet?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Whippet dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Whippet dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Whippet is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Whippets are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good 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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Whippet breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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 English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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.

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7	4-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. 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.

English Pointer vs Beagle vs Whippet Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, Beagle, and Whippet. Which has most recognition?	No data available	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	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale 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

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