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Name	German Pinscher	Vizsla	Harrier
Origins	Germany	Hungary	United Kingdom
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	Hungarian Pointer Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer Magyar Vizsla Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla Hungarian Vizsla	Harehound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Vizsla? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	40-60 pounds (18-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	50 pounds (22.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier height comparison:	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm)	19-21 inches (48-50 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm)	20 inches (49 cm)

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$800-$1200	$300-$400
Availability Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Harrier is easier than average to get.

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Vizsla is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier trainability comparison.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	Vizsla dogs are easy to train. See more.	Harrier 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 Vizsla or Harrier?	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Harrier dogs are not the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? 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.	Vizsla dogs are average defenders. See more.	Harrier dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Playful Energetic Protective Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Trainable Companionable Cheerful Quiet Easygoing Willing Evenly Tempered	Active Friendly Outgoing Tempered Sweet Cheerful Tolerant
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: Vizsla dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Harrier dogs are less 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 Vizsla vs Harrier?	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Vizsla dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Harrier dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.
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Social Needs German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier social needs comparison:	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Vizsla dogs are a social breed. See more.	Harrier dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Vizsla dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Harrier 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?	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Harrier 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 Vizsla vs Harrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier playfulness comparison:	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The Vizsla is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Harriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier?	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Harrier 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 German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	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 Vizsla breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Harrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier 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.	Vizsla dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Harrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Vizsla 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.	Harrier 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 Vizsla vs Harrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier?	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Vizsla is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Harriers tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Cancer Epilepsy Sebaceous Adenitis	Ear Infections Eye Problems Obesity
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Vizsla should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Harrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Vizsla and Harrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Harrier: 11 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier?	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.	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 Vizsla vs Harrier Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2 to 3 cups 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 Vizsla vs Harrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Harrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier coat comparison:	Dense Shiny Smooth	Fine Dense Hard Coarse Short No Undercoat	Thick Shiny
Colors What are the original German Pinscher, Vizsla and Harrier color?	Black Tan Red Blue Brown	Golden Rust Russet Gold Dark Sandy Gold	Black Tan Red White Lemon
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Harrier requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? German Pinscher or Vizsla or {name3 shedding:	German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Vizsla dogs shed moderately. See more.	Harrier 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 Vizsla or Harrier?	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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier 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, German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier?	Low 🔽 The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Vizsla has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Harrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Vizsla is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Harrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.	Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.	Harrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier? Which dog is more friendly?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Harrier dogs are 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 German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Harrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or Vizsla or Harrier?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Harrier 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 Vizsla or Harrier?	German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Harrier dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier?	Yes German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Vizsla dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Harrier 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 Vizsla is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Harrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.	Harriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier 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.	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 Vizsla or Harrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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 Vizsla vs Harrier?	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Vizsla breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Harrier 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.	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.

German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier 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 German Pinscher and Vizsla and Harrier have?	6-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	5-7 puppies
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German Pinscher vs Vizsla vs Harrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
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 Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds 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	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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