Shar-pei vs German Shorthaired Pointer

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Shar-Pei
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
18-20 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
40-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Origin Country
Germany
China
Origin Year
1800 AD
-200 BC
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low to Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Bloat
Cancer
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Demodectic mange
Glaucoma
Fever
Seborrheic dermatitis
Pyoderma
Cutaneous mucinosis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Wrinkly
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Shar-Pei
Breed Colors
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
Apricot Dilute
Apricot Dilute
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Cream
Cream
Cream Dilute
Cream Dilute
Fawn
Fawn
Lilac Dilute
Lilac Dilute
Red
Red
White
White
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