Groenendael vs German Shorthaired Pointer

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

Groenendael vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
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General Details
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
22-26 Inches
22-24 Inches
Weight
60-75 Pounds
45-75 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin Country
Belgium
Germany
Origin Year
1890 AD
1800 AD
Temperament
Groenendael
German Shorthaired 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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
No
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Average
Exercise Needs
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
High to Very High
Top Running Speed
30 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
High
Medium
Dander
High
Medium
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
Yes
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
Average
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Hip dysplasia
Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Pannus
Lymphedema
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Smooth
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Short
Coat Coloring
Groenendael
German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
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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