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French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Comparison - Dog breed selector: French Brittany or Springer Spaniel or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.
No data available Springer Spaniel Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Large
Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 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: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 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: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $700-$800 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Average: The French Brittany is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed ranks highest?
Low: The French Brittany is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?
French Brittany dogs are very easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?
French Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?
French Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer?
High: French Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: English Springer Spaniel 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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Social Needs
French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:
French Brittany dogs need for social interaction is average.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the French Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel 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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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
French Brittany 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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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The French Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?
The French Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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 French Brittany indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most flexible?
French Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
English Springer Spaniel 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
English Springer Spaniel 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.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The French Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?
French Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an 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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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

French Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of French Brittany: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which handles climate changes best?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?
The French Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The French Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably 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).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:
Ear Infections
Epilepsy
Eye Problems
Familial Inherited Renal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most active?
French Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
French Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer?
French Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The French Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel 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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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 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.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The French Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?
The French Brittany is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel 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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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The French Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Feathered Dense
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer? French Brittany or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
French Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

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

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has best nose work ability?

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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

French Brittany breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

English Springer Spaniel 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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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most military use?

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.

French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?
1-11 puppies 4-10 puppies 7-12 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What's recommended?

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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French Brittany vs English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of French Brittany, English Springer Spaniel, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most recognition?
No data available American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
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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