Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Pointer

Compare the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog to the Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Greater Swiss Mountain Dogs and Pointers.

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog vs Pointer
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
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General Details
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-15 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
23-28 Inches
Weight
85-140 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Origin Country
Switzerland
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1515 AD
1650 AD
Temperament
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
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
Average
Above Average
Personality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
No
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-70 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Energy Level
Low to Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Medium
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Below Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
Below Average
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Average Lifespan
10-11 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Distichiasis
Panosteitis
Lick Fits
Splenic torsion
Female urinary incontinence
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Chondrodysplasia
Cysts
Neurotrophic osteopathy
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Smooth
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Greater Swiss Mountain Dog
Pointer
Breed Colors
Black, White, and Red
Black, White, and Red
Blue, White, and Tan
Blue, White, and Tan
Red and White
Red and White
Black
Black
Black and White
Black and White
Lemon
Lemon
Lemon and White
Lemon and White
Liver
Liver
Liver and White
Liver and White
Orange
Orange
Orange and White
Orange and White
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