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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Aussiepoo or Curly Retriever? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Shorthaired Pointer Aussiedoodle Goldendoodle
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle breeds.
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Aussiepoo
Aussiepoodle
Curly Retriever
Goldenpoo
Curly Golden
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is the largest?
Large
Medium
Large
Medium
Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) 25-70 pounds (11-32 kg) Miniature: 15-30 pounds (7-14 kg)Standard: 45-100 pounds (20-45 kg), Medium: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) Miniature: 22.5 pounds (10.5 kg)Standard: 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg), Medium: 37.5 pounds (17 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle height comparison:
Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 10-15 inches (25-38 cm) 13-24 inches (33-61 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm) 18.5 inches (47 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $700-$1300 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle?
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Average: The Aussiedoodle is a commonly available dog breed.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Aussiedoodle is an excellent dog breed.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is easiest to train?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Aussiedoodle dogs are easy to train.
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Goldendoodle dogs are very easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is most alert?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Aussiedoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Goldendoodle dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is most protective?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Aussiedoodle dogs are average defenders.
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Goldendoodle dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Playful
Loyal
Smart
Goofy
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Aussiedoodle dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle?
Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Aussiedoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Goldendoodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle social needs comparison:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Aussiedoodle dogs are a social breed.
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Goldendoodle dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Aussiedoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Goldendoodle dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Aussiedoodle dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Goldendoodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Aussiedoodle rarely barks.
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Average: The Goldendoodle barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is most playful?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Aussiedoodle is a highly playful breed.
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The Goldendoodle is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Aussiedoodle breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Goldendoodle breed.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed is most flexible?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Aussiedoodle dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Goldendoodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Aussiedoodle 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

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The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which uses mouth most during play?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Aussiedoodle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Goldendoodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Aussiedoodle bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Goldendoodle bite force: Ordinary.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Aussiedoodle: 11 years
9-15 years
The average lifespan of Goldendoodle: 12 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has fewer health issues?
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Aussiedoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Goldendoodles are commonly healthy dogs.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Aussiedoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Goldendoodle should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ivermectin sensitivity
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Energy and Activity Comparison

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Aussiedoodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Goldendoodle has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which needs most food?
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day. 1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. What colors are available?
Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Blue
Sable
Merle
Black & Tan
Red Merle
Black & Red
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Yellow
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which requires most maintenance?
Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Aussiedoodle requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which drools least?
The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Aussiedoodle drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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The Goldendoodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Aussiedoodle has a low chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Goldendoodle has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Dense Wavy
Tight
Short
Curly
Wavy
Smooth
Straight
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle? German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or {name3 shedding:
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Aussiedoodle dogs shed moderately.
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Goldendoodle dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is best with kids?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Aussiedoodle dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Goldendoodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Aussiedoodle dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Goldendoodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle? Which dog is more friendly?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Aussiedoodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Goldendoodle dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Aussiedoodle dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Goldendoodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Aussiedoodle or Goldendoodle?
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Aussiedoodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Goldendoodle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle?
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Aussiedoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Goldendoodle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Aussiedoodle is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Goldendoodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Aussiedoodles are usually recommended for elderly people.
Goldendoodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. 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.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. 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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Aussiedoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Goldendoodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has most puppies?
7-12 puppies 3-7 puppies 4-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Aussiedoodle vs Goldendoodle Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Shorthaired Pointer, Aussiedoodle, and Goldendoodle. Which has most recognition?
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
Not recognized by any clubs. Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
International Designer Canine Registry

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