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Name	Small Munsterlander	German Pinscher	English Pointer
Origins	Germany	Germany	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or German Pinscher? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$1400-$1600	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. 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 Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	English Pointer 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: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	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 German Pinscher indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Small Munsterlander, German Pinscher and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer energy level comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Dense Thick	Dense Shiny Smooth	Dense
Colors What are the original Small Munsterlander, German Pinscher and English Pointer color?	White & Brown	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Pointer dogs are not the most 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 Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English 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. 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: Small Munsterlander or German Pinscher or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	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?	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.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
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: Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Pointer 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.

Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English 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. 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 Small Munsterlander and German Pinscher and English Pointer have?	4-6 puppies	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Small Munsterlander vs German Pinscher vs English Pointer 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 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	No data available

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