Pointer vs African Wild Dog

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

Pointer vs African Wild Dog
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Pointer
African Wild Dog
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General Details
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Wild
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Height
23-28 Inches
24-30 Inches
Weight
45-75 Pounds
44-66 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Egypt
Origin Year
1650 AD
Unspecified
Temperament
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
None
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
None
Pet Friendly
Above Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Aggressive
Living Environment
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
45-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Energy Level
High
High to Very High
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
41 MPH
Strength
High
High
Grooming Needs
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Coat Maintenance
Low
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Aggression
None
Above Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Above Average
Chasing
Below Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
Below Average
Above Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Average Lifespan
12-15 Years
10-12 Years
Health Concerns
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Common Health Issues
Addison's disease
Entropion
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Demodectic mange
Cherry eye
Chondrodysplasia
Cysts
Neurotrophic osteopathy
Canine distemper
Rabies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Single
Smooth
Single
Coat Texture
Straight
Rough
Coat Length
Short
Short
Coat Coloring
Pointer
African Wild Dog
Breed Colors
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