Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison – Which dog is better Short-Haired Collie or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund?

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Name	Smooth Collie	German Shorthaired Pointer
Origins	Scotland	Germany
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	354	10
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. What other names are these breeds known by?	Short-Haired Collie	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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?	Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Is a Smooth Collie taller than a German Shorthaired Pointer?	Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 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: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed costs more?	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare training requirements.	Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare alertness levels.	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare territorial behaviors.	Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Intelligent Friendly Responsive Loyal Gentle Social	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Sensitive: Smooth Collie 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	German Shorthaired 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? What's the difference between Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer? Which can be better for hunting?	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shorthaired 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

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare play drive and energy.	The Smooth Collie is a playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare living space needs.	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 Smooth Collie indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adaptability levels.	Smooth Collie dogs 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: Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Smooth Collie 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.

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare average lifespans.	14-16 years The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is healthier?	The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Average The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly Gray Collie Syndrome	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare activity levels.	Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare obesity risks.	Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare breed colors.	White Sable Merle Black & White & Tan Blue & Merle Blue & Merle & White Sable & White White & Merle	Black White Liver Roan Copper
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare maintenance needs.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare drooling amounts.	The Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare fur types.	Dense Thick Flat	Dense
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Do Smooth Collie dogs shed more than German Shorthaired Pointer dogs?	Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare kid-friendliness.	Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or German Shorthaired Pointer? Can a Smooth Collie and a German Shorthaired Pointer be friends? Do Smooth Collie dogs get along with German Shorthaired Pointer dogs?	Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes Smooth Collie 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.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Smooth Collie 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?	Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare service capabilities.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare scenting abilities.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Smooth Collie or a German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare draft work capabilities.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has stronger military background?	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.

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Smooth Collie vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which groups are they in?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Smooth Collie and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American 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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