English Foxhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer

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

English Foxhound vs German Shorthaired Pointer
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-25 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
55-75 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1580 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Stubborn
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High to Very High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Renal disease
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
English Foxhound
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Tan
Black, White, and Tan
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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