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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Comparison - Dog breed selector: Chien Courant Suisse or Drahthaar or Grey Ghost? Find the right dog for you

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Name Schweizer Laufhund German Wirehaired Pointer Weimaraner
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Group Hunting Dogs Gun Dog Gun Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Chien Courant Suisse
Schweizer Laufhund
Swiss Hound
Swiss Laufhund
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Grey Ghost
Weim
Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is the smallest dog, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Medium Medium Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight comparison:
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner height comparison:
Male: 20-24 inches (51-60 cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 22 inches (55.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm) Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $500-$600 $1500-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner intelligence:
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: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed.
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Trainability
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner trainability comparison.
A slightly harder to train than average.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Weimaraner dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are average defenders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Weimaraner dogs are average defenders.
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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Tolerant
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
Stubborn
Aloof
Energetic
Alert
Powerful
Intelligent
Social
Steady
Fast
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Schweizer Laufhund 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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Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
High: Schweizer Laufhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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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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High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are a social breed.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Schweizer Laufhund is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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Weimaraner 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?
Schweizer Laufhund 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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Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner playfulness comparison:
The Schweizer Laufhund is a playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Average to High: The Schweizer Laufhund is a vocal breed.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Schweizer Laufhund indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Schweizer Laufhund bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Schweizer Laufhund has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health comparison. Which is the healthier: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhunds are commonly healthy dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Demodectic Mange
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Entropion
Drug Sensitivity
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Schweizer Laufhund 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.
Frequent
The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner lifespan comparison. How long do Schweizer Laufhund, German Wirehaired Pointer and Weimaraner breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Schweizer Laufhund: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
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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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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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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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner energy level comparison:
Schweizer Laufhund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs exercise need is minimal.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2.5 to 3 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? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Schweizer Laufhund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner coat comparison:
Dense
Smooth
Wiry Fine
Colors
What are the original Schweizer Laufhund, German Wirehaired Pointer and Weimaraner color?
White & Black Patches
Black Saddle & Tan Markings
White
Liver
Gray
Blue
Silver
Copper
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Schweizer Laufhund doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Schweizer Laufhund dogs shed moderately.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Weimaraner dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
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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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner 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, Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?

Medium

The Schweizer Laufhund has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Schweizer Laufhund 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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The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner?
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?
No
Schweizer Laufhund dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
Yes
Schweizer Laufhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Schweizer Laufhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner 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: Schweizer Laufhund or German Wirehaired Pointer or Weimaraner? 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?

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.

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?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner?

Not really

Schweizer Laufhund 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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Not really

Weimaraner 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.

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner 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 Schweizer Laufhund and German Wirehaired Pointer and Weimaraner have?
5-7 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Schweizer Laufhund vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. 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 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
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

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