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

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Name English Pointer Portuguese Pointer German Shorthaired Pointer
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.
English Pointer Portuguese Pointing Dog
Perdigueiro Portugues
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

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

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.
44-66 pounds (20-30 kg) Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 44–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–49 pounds (16–22 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm) Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm) Male: 20–24 inches (51–61 cm), Female: 19–22 inches (48–56 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

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

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$400-$500 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.
Average: The Portuguese Pointer is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

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

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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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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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?
English Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Portuguese Pointer dogs are quite easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?
English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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Portuguese Pointer dogs are good watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?
English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.
Active
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Amiable
Affectionate
Lively
Calm
Submissive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
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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Portuguese 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Portuguese Pointer dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Shorthaired 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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Portuguese 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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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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Portuguese Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Pointer rarely barks.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?
The English Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Portuguese Pointers are not the most playful dog breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most flexible?
English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Portuguese Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Portuguese Pointer dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

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

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Pointer dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Portuguese 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?
English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Portuguese Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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.
Frequent
The Portuguese 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most active?
English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Pointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Portuguese Pointer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Portuguese Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

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

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs most food?
2 to 3 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. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?
Black
White
Brown
Yellow
White
Brown
Yellow
Light
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Portuguese Pointer doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?
The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Pointer is an average drooler.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Portuguese Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Rough Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or {name3 shedding:
English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Pointer dogs are low shedders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best with kids?
English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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.
Portuguese Pointer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?
English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Pointer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Portuguese Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?
English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Pointer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
Yes
English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Portuguese Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired 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
Portuguese Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired 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.
Portuguese Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has best nose work ability?

Yes

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

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for SAR work?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

Portuguese 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. 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.

Not really

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

English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?
4-6 puppies 5-8 puppies 7-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What's recommended?

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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English Pointer vs Portuguese Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?
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.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Pointer, Portuguese Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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

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