German Shorthaired Pointer vs Roman Rottweiler

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Roman Rottweiler
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
24½-30 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
75-120 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Origin Country
Germany
Italy
Origin Year
1800 AD
74 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
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
Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Loving
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Energy Level
High to Very High
Low to High
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Very High
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Aggression
None
Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Above Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
Above Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Obesity
Back issues
Joint problems
Drooling
ACL injury
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Roman Rottweiler
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
Roman Rottweiler
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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