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Name	Beagle	Brittany	English Pointer
Origins	England	France	England
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer breeds.	English Beagle	American Brittany Brittany Spaniel Epagneul Breton	English Pointer
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)	Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	44-66 pounds (20-30 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer? Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 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: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$800	$700-$800	$400-$500
Availability Which is easier to get, Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer?	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The English Pointer is easier than average to get.

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed ranks highest?	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is easiest to train?	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.	Brittany dogs are easy to train. See more.	English Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most alert?	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Brittany dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	English Pointer dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most protective?	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Brittany dogs are average defenders. See more.	English Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer? Compare temperaments.	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet	Independent Alert Intelligent Responsive Social	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.	Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. 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: Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer?	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: English Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer social needs comparison:	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Brittany 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?	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home. 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?	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. 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

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Brittany barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The English Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most playful?	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Brittany is a highly playful breed. See more.	The English Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.	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 Brittany indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the English Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most flexible?	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	English Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer?	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Brittany 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.

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The English Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Brittany 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.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Brittany 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

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of English Pointer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which handles climate changes best?	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 Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Brittany 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Brittany 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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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Epilepsy	No data available

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which breed is most active?	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.	English Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.	English Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer?	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.	English Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The English Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which needs most food?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. What colors are available?	Black Tan Red White Tricolor	White Orange Liver Roan	Black White Brown Yellow
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The English Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which drools least?	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The English Pointer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has least natural smell?	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The English Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Dense	Feathered	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer? Beagle or Brittany or {name3 shedding:	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.	Brittany dogs are low shedders. See more.	English Pointer dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best with kids?	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.	Brittany 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 Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	English Pointer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer?	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Brittany 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 Beagle or Brittany or English Pointer?	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	English Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer?	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Brittany 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 Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Brittany 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?	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Brittanys are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	English Pointers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which excels in therapy work?	Yes This breed makes a perfect 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best suited for water work?	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Brittany 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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which is best for draft work?	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.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Beagle, Brittany, and English 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.

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has most puppies?	2-14 puppies, average 7	1-11 puppies, average 6	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. What's recommended?	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.

Beagle vs Brittany vs English Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1878 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Beagle, Brittany, and English Pointer. Which has most recognition?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American 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	No data available

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