Bulldog vs German Shorthaired Pointer

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

Bulldog vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
13-15 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
49-55 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Below Average
Above Average
History
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1500 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
Low
High to Very High
Exercise Required
Low
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
15 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
High
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
None
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
None
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
8-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Dry eye
Reverse sneezing
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Head shakes
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Bulldog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Fawn
Fawn
Fawn and Brindle
Fawn and Brindle
Fawn and White
Fawn and White
Red
Red
White
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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