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Name	English Pointer	Burgos Pointer	Kangal Dog
Origins	England	Spain	Turkey
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog breeds.	English Pointer	Burgos Pointing Dog Perdiguero Burgales Spanish Pointer	Kangal Shepherd Dog Sivas Kangal Turkish Kangal Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog? Compare adult weight ranges.	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 55-66 pounds (25–30 kg), Female: 52-64 pounds (23.5-29 kg)	Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 60.5 pounds (27.5 kg), Female: 58 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog? English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 24–26 inches (60–67 cm), Female: 22–26 inches (56–65 cm)	Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm)	Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Find price differences between these breeds.	$400-$500	$800-$1000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Burgos 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.

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Burgos Pointer 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.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which is easiest to train?	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most alert?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most protective?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Confident Obedient Patient Hunting Calm	Independent Protective Alert Sensitive Selfish Calm Controlled
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.	Burgos 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Burgos Pointer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Kangal Dog 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 Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial. 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Kangal Dog 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Kangal Dog 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 Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Burgos Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Low to Average: The Kangal Dog 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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most playful?	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Burgos Pointer is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Burgos Pointer breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most flexible?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Burgos Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Burgos Pointer 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.	Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Burgos Pointer: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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.	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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which has fewer health issues?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Burgos Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Kangal Dog 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.	Rare The Burgos Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Fatty Tumors

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which breed is most active?	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Burgos Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Burgos Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Burgos Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which needs most food?	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.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. What colors are available?	Black White Brown Yellow	Liver and White	Black Gray Cream
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Burgos Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which drools least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Burgos Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Kangal Dog 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Burgos Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Smooth Bushy	Dense Double
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog? English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Burgos Pointer dogs are low shedders. See more.	Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which is best with kids?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog dogs are 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.	Burgos Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog 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 Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog 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 Burgos Pointer or Kangal Dog?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Burgos Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Kangal Dog 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 Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Burgos Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Kangal Dog 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.	Yes Burgos Pointer is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Kangal Dog 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.	Burgos Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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.	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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which has best nose work ability?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which is best for SAR work?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Burgos Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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.	Yes 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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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 Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which has most puppies?	4-6 puppies	3-5 puppies	5-10 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. 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 Burgos Pointer vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, Burgos Pointer, and Kangal Dog. Which has most recognition?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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