German Shorthaired Pointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Australian Cattle Dog has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Affectionate
Bold
Intelligent
Boisterous
Cooperative
Trainable

Aggressive
Energetic
Loyal
Responsive
Alert
Intelligent
Protective

German Shorthaired Pointers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an Australian Cattle Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Germany

Australia

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American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1600s

1800s

Working (AKC:1930)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1980 & UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Brown
Black
White
Pied

Blue
Red

Wiry

Straight

A German Shorthaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Cattle Dog can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

German Shorthaired Pointers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Australian Cattle Dogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

German Shorthaired Pointers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Australian Cattle Dog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
OCD
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hemivertebrae
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Acral Mutation Syndrome
Lupoid Dermatitis

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
(Blood)
Skeletal
Skin Scraping

Eye
Hip
Hearing

German Shorthaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Australian Cattle Dog minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Shorthaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

While German Shorthaired Pointer dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Australian Cattle Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Car rides, Running, Playing fetch, Sniffing, Swimming, Walk, Run, Walking, Kisses, Walki, Hunt, Shake, Tracking, Play, Playdate, Play keep away, Fetch, Escaping, Hike, Swim, Nap, Camp, Backpack, Train, Travel

Chase, Running, Walk, Run, Fetch, Play, Herding, Playing, Walking, Road trip, Playing fet, Hiking, Eating Snacks, Hike, Sleep, Kisses, Sniffing, Sprint, Tug-of-war, Hunt, Tracking, Investigating, Cuddling, Off-leash, Chewing, Herding birds, Bike ride, Go to Park, Jogging, Dog Parks

German Shorthaired Pointer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Australian Cattle Dog should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) German Shorthaired Pointer feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Australian Cattle Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

German Shorthaired Pointer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Australian Cattle Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

German Shorthaired Pointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Australian Cattle Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

German Shorthaired Pointers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

German Shorthaired Pointers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Australian Cattle Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Australian Cattle Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.