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Name	English Springer Spaniel	German Longhaired Pointer	German Shorthaired Pointer
Origins	England	Germany	Germany
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer breeds.	Springer Spaniel	Deutscher Langhaariger Vorstehhund Langhaar Pointer Deutscher Langhaariger	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Large Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg)	30 kg (66 lb)	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: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	30 kg (66 lb)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm)	Male: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm), Female: 23–26 inches (58–66 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: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm)	Male: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm), Female: 23–26 inches (58–66 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

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

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed ranks highest?	Very smart: English Springer Spaniel 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.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is easiest to train?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most alert?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most protective?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate Social Cheerful	Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Gentle Kind Familiar	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. See more.	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: English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: German Longhaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:	English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Shorthaired 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?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	German Shorthaired 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

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The German Longhaired Pointer rarely barks. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most playful?	The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: German Longhaired Pointers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.	It is not recommended to keep the German Longhaired Pointer breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most flexible?	English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	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.	German Longhaired Pointer 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Longhaired Pointer 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which uses mouth most during play?	English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Longhaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, 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. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has fewer health issues?	English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.	German Longhaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The German Longhaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) 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).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Ear Infections Ectropion Retinal Dysplasia Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)	Ear Infections Eye Infections	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which breed is most active?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Longhaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which needs most food?	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. What colors are available?	Black Tan White Liver	White Brown Chocolate Roan	Black White Liver Roan Copper
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most maintenance?	Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The German Longhaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which drools least?	The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Longhaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Longhaired Pointer 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Feathered	Dense Wavy Shiny	Dense
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
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English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best with kids?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	German Longhaired Pointer 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 English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly English Springer Spaniel or German Longhaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Longhaired Pointer dogs are 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: English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No German Longhaired Pointer dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn 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 English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Longhaired Pointer 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?	English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Longhaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

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

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which excels in therapy work?	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.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really English Springer Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Longhaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, 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. 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most puppies?	4-10 puppies	4-6 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired 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 English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired 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.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Longhaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. How are they classified internationally?	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.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of English Springer Spaniel, German Longhaired Pointer, and German Shorthaired Pointer. Which has most recognition?	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	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	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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