Golden Retriever vs German Longhaired Pointer

Compare the Golden Retriever to the German Longhaired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Golden Retrievers and German Longhaired Pointers.

Golden Retriever vs German Longhaired Pointer
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
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General Details
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
21-24 Inches
23-26 Inches
Weight
55-80 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Germany
Origin Year
1865 AD
1879 AD
Temperament
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
None
Exercise Needs
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium to High
Medium
Top Running Speed
25 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Subaortic Stenosis
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Ear infections
Eye infections
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Wavy
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Golden Retriever
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Dark Golden
Dark Golden
Gold
Gold
Light Golden
Light Golden
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