Dalmatian vs German Shorthaired Pointer

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

Dalmatian vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
13-16 Years
12-14 Years
Height
19-24 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
Croatia
Germany
Origin Year
1600 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Dalmatian
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
Average
Above Average
Personality
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
50-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
13-16 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Allergies
Deafness
Kidney stones
Iris sphincter dysplasia
Skin allergies
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Dalmatian
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
White and Black
White and Black
White and Liver Brown
White and Liver Brown
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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