Weimaraner vs German Longhaired Pointer

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

Weimaraner vs German Longhaired Pointer
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
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General Details
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Maybe
Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
23-26 Inches
Weight
50-85 Pounds
60-70 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Origin Country
Germany
Germany
Origin Year
1800 AD
1879 AD
Temperament
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
No
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
55-85 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
None
Exercise Needs
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Energy Level
Very High
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Very High
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
18 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below 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
Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Average Lifespan
11-13 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Hypothyroidism
Distichiasis
Ectropion
Drug sensitivity
Ear infections
Eye infections
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Curly
Double
Coat Texture
Silky
Silky
Wavy
Coat Length
Short
Medium
Coat Coloring
Weimaraner
German Longhaired Pointer
Breed Colors
Blue
Blue
Gray
Gray
Silver Gray
Silver Gray
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