German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Giant Schnauzer
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
24-28 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
55-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1600 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
22 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above 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
Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Giant Schnauzer
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
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
Salt and Pepper
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