German Shorthaired Pointer vs Pekingese

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
6-9 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
7-14 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Origin Country
Germany
China
Origin Year
1800 AD
-20 BC
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-75 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Entropion
Mitral valve disease
Cataracts
Patellar luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Distichiasis
Ectopic cilia
Dry eye
Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome
Cleft palate
Exposure keratopathy
Intervertebral disc disease
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Long
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pekingese
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
Biscuit
Biscuit
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Cream
Cream
Fawn
Fawn
Gray
Gray
Light Red
Light Red
Red
Red
Red Brindle
Red Brindle
White
White
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