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Name	English Pointer	Bulldog	German Shepherd
Origins	England	England	Germany
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Group	Gun Dog	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
Popularity Rank	113	5	2
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd breeds.	English Pointer	British Bulldog English Bulldog	Alsatian wolf dog Berger Allemand Deutscher Schäferhund Schäferhund Alsatian
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd? Compare adult weight ranges.	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 53-55 pounds (24-25 kg), Female: 49-51 pounds (22-23 kg)	Male: 66-88 pounds (30-40 kg), Female: 49-71 pounds (22-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 54 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 50 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 77 pounds (35 kg), Female: 60 pounds (27 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd? English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	12-16 inches (31-40 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 24-26 inches (60-65 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (55-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	14 inches (35.5 cm), There is no prescribed height, but shorter Bulldogs are more prized when being shown	Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (57.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$500	$1200-$2000	$800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Bulldog is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shepherd is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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: The Bulldog is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: German Shepherd is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is easiest to train?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	A slightly harder to train than average. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most alert?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Bulldog dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most protective?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Bulldog dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Loving Courageous Friendly Social Sweet Aggressive	Curious Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Obedient Loyal Watchful
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: German Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bulldog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bulldog dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shepherd 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.	Bulldog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are not the biggest explorers. 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.	Bulldog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	German Shepherd dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Bulldog barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most playful?	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Bulldogs don't really like playing. See more.	Average: German Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bulldog 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 German Shepherd indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bulldog: 9 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of German Shepherd: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which has fewer health issues?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Very healthy dog breed.	German Shepherds are commonly healthy dogs.
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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.	Rare The Bulldog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Entropion Cherry Eye Demodectic Mange Reverse Sneezing Brachycephalic Syndrome Dry Eye Head Shakes	Cataracts Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Epilepsy Blindness Cherry Eye Elbow Dysplasia Diabetes Heart Disease Retinal Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Degenerative Myelopathy Wobbler's Syndrome Panosteitis Hemophilia B Megaesophagus Cushing's Syndrome Lens Luxation Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Chronic Diarrhea Cruciate Ligament Rupture Digestive Problems Hemophilia A Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy Lupus Myasthenia Gravis Nail Bed Disease Osteochondrosis Pannus Paralysis Perianal Fistula Seborrhea Vitiligo

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which breed is most active?	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Bulldog dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bulldog dogs exercise need is very minimal.	German Shepherd dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Bulldog dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	German Shepherd dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Bulldog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The German Shepherd has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which needs most food?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors Compare color variations between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. What colors are available?	Black White Brown Yellow	Gray Red White Fawn Brindle	Black Tan Red Silver
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Bulldog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Shepherd requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which drools least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bulldog is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The German Shepherd is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Bulldog has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Fine	Fuzzy
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	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 English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd? English Pointer or Bulldog or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Bulldog dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shepherd dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is best with kids?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
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.	Bulldog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	German Shepherd dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Bulldog or German Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Bulldog or German Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd 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 Bulldog or German Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Bulldog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Shepherd 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 Bulldog vs German Shepherd?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Bulldog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes German Shepherd 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 Bulldog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shepherd 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.	Bulldogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Shepherds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bulldog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shepherd breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes 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, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

English Pointer vs Bulldog vs German Shepherd Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	4-5 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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 Bulldog vs German Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, Bulldog, and German Shepherd. 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 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 German Shepherd Dog Club Of America

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