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Name	English Pointer	Doberman Pinscher	Vizsla
Origins	England	Germany	Hungary
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Doberman Dobermann Dobynm Dobie	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	Medium	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Doberman Pinscher? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 88-99 pounds (40-45 kg), Female: 71-77 pounds (32-35 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 93.5 pounds (42.5 kg), Female: 74 pounds (33.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 26-28 inches (66-71cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$800-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Doberman Pinscher is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Outstanding: Doberman Pinscher is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Energetic Alert Intelligent Obedient Loyal Fearless	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered
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: Doberman Pinscher dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Doberman Pinscher dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Doberman Pinschers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Doberman Pinscher rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. 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 Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Doberman Pinscher breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Vizsla 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.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Wobbler's Syndrome Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis
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.	Rare The Doberman Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Doberman Pinscher and Vizsla breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Doberman Pinscher: 11 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla energy level comparison:	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Doberman Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Doberman Pinscher dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	5 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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 Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Doberman Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Doberman Pinscher and Vizsla color?	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red Blue White Brown	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Doberman Pinscher doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Doberman Pinscher dogs shed moderately. See more.	Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Doberman Pinscher has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average 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 Doberman Pinscher 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 Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla 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.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.	Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Doberman Pinscher dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Doberman Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Vizsla 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.	Doberman Pinschers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher or Vizsla? 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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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 Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Doberman Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla 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 Doberman Pinscher and Vizsla have?	4-6 puppies	6-10 puppies	6-8 puppies
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English Pointer vs Doberman Pinscher vs Vizsla Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry	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

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