German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Comparison – Which dog is better Glatthaariger Pinscher or Deutscher Wachtel?

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Name	German Pinscher	German Spaniel
Origins	Germany	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Deutscher Wachtel Deutscher Wachtelhund German Quail Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Is the German Pinscher bigger than the German Spaniel breed? Is a German Pinscher smaller than a German Spaniel?	Medium	Large
Weight Which is heavier, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	40–55 pounds (18–25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Is a German Pinscher taller than a German Spaniel?	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm)

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Pinscher and German Spaniel?	$1400-$1600	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Pinscher or German Spaniel smarter? Which is best? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Pinscher vs German Spaniel trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.
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German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Energetic Alert
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Pinscher vs German Spaniel social needs comparison:	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the German Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Pinscher vs German Spaniel? Which can be better for hunting?	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Pinscher vs German Spaniel playfulness comparison:	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Spaniel 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 Pinscher or German Spaniel?	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Pinscher indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a German Pinscher more dangerous than a German Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel mouthiness comparison:	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Pinscher vs German Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Pinscher vs German Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher and German Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Pinscher and German Spaniel?	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Wavy Thick
Colors What are the original German Pinscher and German Spaniel color? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel color comparison:	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Brown Brown Roan Solid Red Red & White
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or German Spaniel? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Do German Pinscher dogs shed more than German Spaniel dogs?	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Pinscher vs German Spaniel hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or German Spaniel?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Can a German Pinscher and a German Spaniel be friends? Do German Pinscher dogs get along with German Spaniel dogs?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: German Pinscher or German Spaniel? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: German Pinscher vs German Spaniel?	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Pinscher and German Spaniel have? German Pinscher vs German Spaniel litter size comparison:	6-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
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German Pinscher vs German Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	No data available

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