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Name	English Pointer	Greyhound	Scottish Deerhound
Origins	England	United Kingdom	Scotland
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	113	156	168
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	English Greyhound	Deerhound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Greyhound or Greyhound? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	Male: 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-31 kg)	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	Male: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29 kg)	92.5 pounds (42 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 27-28 inches (68-71 cm)	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27.5 inches (69.5 cm)	30 inches (76 cm)

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$500-$800	$1000-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Greyhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Greyhound dogs are easy to train. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite 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 Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? 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.	Greyhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Outright Tempered Quiet Athletic	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still
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: Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Greyhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. 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.	Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Greyhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. 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 Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Greyhound breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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.	Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	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.	Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Greyhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound mouthiness comparison:	English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Very healthy dog breed.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound health problems comparison:	No data available	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Osteoarthritis Sensitivity To Anesthesia Osteosarcoma Alopecia Cold Intolerance Pannus Musculoskeletal Injuries Vitreous Degeneration	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	9-13 years The average lifespan of Greyhound: 11 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound energy level comparison:	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Greyhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Greyhound dogs exercise need is minimal.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Greyhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Males: 2.5 to 4 cups; Females: 1.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 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 Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Greyhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound coat comparison:	Dense	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound color?	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Gray Red Blue White	Gray Blue Brindle
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? English Pointer or Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Greyhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	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.
Hypoallergenic English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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.	Greyhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Greyhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Greyhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound or Scottish Deerhound? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	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.	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 Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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 Greyhound and Scottish Deerhound have?	4-6 puppies	1-12 puppies	4-8 puppies
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English Pointer vs Greyhound vs Scottish Deerhound 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 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds 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 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

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