German Shorthaired Pointer vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog

Compare the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between German Shorthaired Pointers and Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
17-20 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
35-50 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Origin Country
Germany
Australia
Origin Year
1800 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
28 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
14-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Demodectic mange
Deafness
Collie eye anomaly
Retinal dysplasia
Dental problems
Blindness
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Stumpy Tail Cattle Dog
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
Blue
Blue
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