Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the Brittany to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Brittanys and German Shorthaired Pointers.

Brittany vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
17-20 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
30-40 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
France
Germany
Origin Year
1907 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
12-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Luxating patella
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Glaucoma
Cerebellar ataxia
Hemophilia A
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Brittany
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Black Roan
Black Roan
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Liver Roan
Liver Roan
White
White
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