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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: English Pointer or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Drahthaar? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
What other names do they have?
English Pointer Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Medium Large
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:
44-66 pounds (20-30 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?
$400-$500 $600-$800 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer trainability comparison.
English Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? 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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Amiable
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:
English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:
The English Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Wirehaired Pointer 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
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 German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:
English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer health problems comparison:
No data available Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
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 German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, German Shorthaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer energy level comparison:
English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
2 to 3 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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:
Dense Dense Wiry
Colors
What are the original English Pointer, German Shorthaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer color?
Black
White
Brown
Yellow
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
White
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:
Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Medium

The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?
Yes
English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Pointer 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
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: English Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer?

Not really

English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can English Pointer and German Shorthaired Pointer and German Wirehaired Pointer have?
4-6 puppies 7-12 puppies 6-10 puppies

English Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs German Wirehaired Pointer 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 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting 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 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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
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
American Pet Registry, Inc.
The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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