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Name	English Pointer	Braque du Bourbonnais	Boxer
Origins	England	France	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Bourbonnais Pointing Dog Bourbonnais Pointer	Deutscher Boxer German Boxer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Braque du Bourbonnais? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Males: 39.5-55 pounds (18-25 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (16-22 kg)	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Males: 39.30 pounds (21.5 kg), Females: 35-48.5 pounds (19 kg)	Male: 65 pounds (29.5 kg), Female: 59 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)	Male: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (53-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 20–22 inches (51–57 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–55 cm)	Male: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$900-$1200	$600-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Boxer is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Trainability English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Boxer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Boxer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Boxer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Intelligent Affectionate Kind Agreeable Calm Cooperative	Playful Energetic Intelligent Confident Friendly Loyal Fearless Brave Bright
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.	Sensitive: Braque du Bourbonnais 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Boxer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are a social breed. See more.	Boxer dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Boxer dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Boxer dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Braque du Bourbonnaiss, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Boxer is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Boxer rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Braque du Bourbonnais breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Boxer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Braque du Bourbonnais dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Boxer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Braque du Bourbonnais 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.	Boxer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Braque du Bourbonnais is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Boxer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Bloat Deafness Demodectic Mange Aortic Stenosis Boxer Cardiomyopathy Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits 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 Braque du Bourbonnais should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Boxer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Braque du Bourbonnais and Boxer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Braque du Bourbonnais: 14 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Boxer: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boxer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Waterproof
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Braque du Bourbonnais and Boxer color?	Black White Brown Yellow	White Brown Fawn Spotted	White Fawn Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Braque du Bourbonnais doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Boxer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs shed moderately. See more.	Boxer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer 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, English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Braque du Bourbonnais has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Boxer has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Braque du Bourbonnais 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.	The Boxer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Boxer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Boxer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Boxer dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Braque du Bourbonnais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Boxer 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 Braque du Bourbonnais is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Boxer 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.	Braque du Bourbonnaiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Boxers are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer 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: English Pointer or Braque du Bourbonnais or Boxer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	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 and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	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: English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Braque du Bourbonnais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Boxer 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.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer 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 English Pointer and Braque du Bourbonnais and Boxer have?	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-10 puppies, average 6
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English Pointer vs Braque du Bourbonnais vs Boxer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 Canadian Canine Registry

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