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Name	English Pointer	Entlebucher Mountain Dog	English Shepherd
Origins	England	Switzerland	England
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Group	Gun Dog	Guard Dogs	Working Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	English Pointer	Entelbucher Cattle Dog Entlebucher Entlebucher Sennenhund	Farm Collie
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? Which is the smallest dog, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or Entlebucher Mountain Dog? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd weight comparison:	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)	55-66 pounds (25-30 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (21-28 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	60.5 pounds (27.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	19-20 inches (48-51 cm)	18-23 inches (46-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	20.5 inches (52 cm)

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? Which is more expensive?	$400-$500	$1000-$1200	$800-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is easier than average to get.	Average: The English Shepherd is a commonly available dog breed.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd trainability comparison.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	English Shepherd dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Intelligent Affectionate Loyal Outright Tempered Kind Amiable	Independent Agile Loyal Devoted Selfish Confidence	Playful Independent Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Responsive Adaptable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	English Pointer dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: English Shepherd dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: English Shepherd dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd social needs comparison:	English Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are a social breed. See more.	English Shepherd dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	English Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	English Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	English Shepherd dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd playfulness comparison:	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a playful breed. See more.	Average: English Shepherds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The English Shepherd rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the English Shepherd breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	English Shepherd dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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.	English Shepherd dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd health comparison. Which is the healthier: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	English Pointers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	English Shepherds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Drug Sensitivity Collie Eye Anomaly
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The English Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Entlebucher Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The English Shepherd should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd lifespan comparison. How long do English Pointer, Entlebucher Mountain Dog and English Shepherd breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Entlebucher Mountain Dog: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Shepherd: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Entlebucher Mountain Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The English Shepherd can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Energy and Activity Comparison

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

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the English Shepherd's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd coat comparison:	Dense	Shiny	Fluffy Silky
Colors What are the original English Pointer, Entlebucher Mountain Dog and English Shepherd color?	Black White Brown Yellow	Black Tan White Yellow	Black Tan White Brown Sable Yellow Brindle Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd grooming comparison:	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Entlebucher Mountain Dog requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The English Shepherd doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or {name3 shedding:	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately. See more.	English Shepherd 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: English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Entlebucher Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Shepherd has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Shepherd 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.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are generally with other pets.	English Shepherd dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? Which dog is more friendly?	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd 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 English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.	English Shepherd dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd?	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	English Shepherd dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Yes English Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Entlebucher Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes English Shepherd dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No English Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Entlebucher Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No English Shepherd is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Entlebucher Mountain Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	English Shepherds are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd 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.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: English Pointer or Entlebucher Mountain Dog or English Shepherd? 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.	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?	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.	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?	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.	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: English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd?	Not really English Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really English Shepherd 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.	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.

English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd 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 English Pointer and Entlebucher Mountain Dog and English Shepherd have?	4-6 puppies	7-8 puppies	5-8 puppies, average 6
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English Pointer vs Entlebucher Mountain Dog vs English Shepherd Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2011 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Swiss Mountain- and Cattledogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	No data available	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Animal Research Foundation

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