German Shorthaired Pointer vs Galgo Espanol

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Galgo Espanol
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
23½-27½ Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Origin Country
Germany
Spain
Origin Year
1800 AD
-600 BC
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
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
Above Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Apartment
No
Yes
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
None
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
40 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Smooth
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Galgo Espanol
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
Black
Black
Brindle
Brindle
Golden
Golden
Red
Red
White
White
Yellow
Yellow
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