German Shorthaired Pointer vs Harrier

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Harrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
19-21 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
45-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1200 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
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
Harrier
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Needy
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
60-85 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Energy Level
High to Very High
High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
High
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium to High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Medium
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Above Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Ear infections
Obesity
Eye problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Harrier
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
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