German Shorthaired Pointer vs Teacup Poodle

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

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Teacup Poodle
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
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General Details
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-15 Years
Height
22-24 Inches
6-8 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
2-5 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Origin Country
Germany
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1800 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Average
Exercise Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Energy Level
High to Very High
Medium
Exercise Required
High to Very High
Low
Top Running Speed
18 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
High
Low
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Medium
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Above Average
None
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Ear infections
Heart murmurs
Stifle Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Canine diabetes mellitus
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
Coat Type
Fur or Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
German Shorthaired Pointer
Teacup Poodle
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
Apricot
Apricot
Black
Black
Blue
Blue
Brown
Brown
Chocolate
Chocolate
Cream
Cream
Gray
Gray
Red
Red
White
White
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