Curly-coated Retriever vs German Shorthaired Pointer

Compare the Curly-coated Retriever to the German Shorthaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Curly-coated Retrievers and German Shorthaired Pointers.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Curly-Coated Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
23-27 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
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
Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-12 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Heart problems
Eye diseases
Hair Loss
Glycogen storage disease type III
Exercise Induced Collapse
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Curly
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Curly-Coated Retriever
Breed Colors
Black
Black and White
Black Roan
Liver
Liver and White
Liver Roan
White
Black
Liver
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