Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Compatibility
79% Compatible
Energy Level
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Regular Exercise0.6
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Agreeable0.6
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound: Weekly Brushing0.4
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Good with Strangers
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound3/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Living Requirements
Health & Care Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Eye Problems: Progressive vision issues
Ear Infections: Due to drooping ears
Bloat: Digestive emergency risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
Cardiac Issues: Heart health concerns
German Shorthaired Pointer
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Von Willebrand's Disease: Blood clotting
Entropion: Eyelid rolls inward issue
Bloat: Gastric torsion condition
Epilepsy: Neurological disorder risk
Lymphedema: Tissue swelling concern
Pros & Cons Comparison
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Pros
Excellent tracking abilities
Loyal companion
Good endurance
Versatile working dog
Cons
Requires extensive exercise
Strong prey drive
Reserved with strangers
Needs experienced handler
German Shorthaired Pointer
Pros
Excellent hunting companion
Highly trainable
Versatile athlete
Great family dog
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong prey drive
Requires consistent training
May be too energetic for some
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound Fun Fact
Their exceptional nose can track week-old scent trails across challenging mountain terrain.
German Shorthaired Pointer Fun Fact
Can maintain speeds of up to 35 mph while running and are excellent swimmers due to their webbed feet.
Heritage & Purpose
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Origin:
Developed in Bavaria during the 1870s for tracking wounded game in mountainous terrain. Expert scent hounds valued for their precise tracking abilities in challenging landscapes.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Origin:
Developed in Germany during the 1800s as a versatile hunting companion, excelling in both pointing and retrieving game birds across varied terrain types.
Special Considerations
Bavarian Mountain Scent Hound
Regular ear cleaning needed due to drooping ears. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Health screening for common breed issues recommended.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.