English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare English Springer Spaniels to German Shorthaired Pointers. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between these two breeds.

English Springer Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Height
18-22 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
45-55 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
Spain
Germany
Origin Year
1700 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Springer Spaniel
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
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
Medium to High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
26 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
None
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
9-15 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Ectropion
Retinal dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Wavy
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
English Springer Spaniel
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Liver and White
Liver and White
Orange and White
Orange and White
Red and White
Red and White
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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