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Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Comparison - Dog breed selector: Heidewachtel or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or American Brittany? Find the right dog for you

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Other Names
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Heidewachtel
Munster
Munsterlander
Small Munsterlander
Spion
Vorstehhund
Kleiner Münsterländer
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Which is the smallest dog, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
Medium Large
Medium
Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany weight comparison:
Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany height comparison:
Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $700-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

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

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany behavior/temperament comparison:
Happy
Intelligent
Affectionate
Strong
Willed
Attentive
Trainable
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
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.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Brittany 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: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?
High: Small Munsterlander 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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High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany social needs comparison:
Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Brittany 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 Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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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.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Activity and Playfulness Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany 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.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Brittany 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 Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
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.
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

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

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany health comparison. Which is the healthier: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?
Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Skin Irritation
Ear Infections
Vision Problems
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
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 Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany lifespan comparison. How long do Small Munsterlander, German Shorthaired Pointer and Brittany breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
1.5 to 2.5 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. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Dense Feathered
Colors
What are the original Small Munsterlander, German Shorthaired Pointer and Brittany color?
White & Brown Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany grooming comparison:
Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany 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, Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?

Low 🔽

The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The Brittany 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.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? Which dog is more friendly?
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany?
Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?
Yes
Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Brittany 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 Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Brittany 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 Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany 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: Small Munsterlander or German Shorthaired Pointer or Brittany? 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.

Yes

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

Not really

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

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.

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: Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany?

Not really

Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Brittany 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.

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany 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 Small Munsterlander and German Shorthaired Pointer and Brittany have?
4-6 puppies 7-12 puppies 1-11 puppies, average 6

Small Munsterlander vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Brittany 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 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
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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