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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Rottweiler	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?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog	Rott Rottie	English Pointer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

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

Size Which is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	Large Medium	Large Giant	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or Rottweiler? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	Male: 95-130 pounds (43-59 kg), Female: 85-115 pounds (38-52 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	Male: 112.5 pounds (51 kg), Female: 100 pounds (45 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	Male: 24-27 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 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: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

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

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$2000	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rottweiler is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

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

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Outstanding: Rottweiler is one of the brightest dog breeds. 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 German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer trainability comparison.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Rottweiler 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: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Rottweiler 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	Rottweiler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous	Independent Protective Alert Courageous Intelligent Loyal Fearless Good-natured	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average: Rottweiler dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Rottweiler dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Rottweiler dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. 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?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. 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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Rottweilers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Rottweiler barks none to minimal. 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	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 Rottweiler indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

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

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Rottweiler 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: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Rottweiler 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rottweiler 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 German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	High 🔼 The Rottweiler has a high chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rottweiler 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.

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

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Rottweiler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Elbow Dysplasia Panosteitis Aortic Stenosis Osteosarcoma Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	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 Rottweiler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer, Rottweiler and English Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	8-12 years The average lifespan of Rottweiler: 10 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: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	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.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

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

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Rottweiler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Rottweiler dogs have an average exercise need.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Rottweiler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

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

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 4 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Rottweiler breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer coat comparison:	Dense	Dense	Dense
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer, Rottweiler and English Pointer color?	Black White Liver Roan Copper	Black Tan Rust Mahogany	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Rottweiler 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 German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or {name3 shedding:	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Rottweiler dogs shed moderately. 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: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler 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, German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rottweiler has an average 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 German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rottweiler drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler 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.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Rottweiler or English Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be 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.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rottweiler 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.	Yes 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.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and Rottweiler and English Pointer have?	7-12 puppies	8-12 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Rottweiler vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1931 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?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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 Colonial Rottweiler Club Deutscher Rottweiler Klub International Rottweiler Club	No data available

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