Chihuahua vs German Shorthaired Pointer
Breed Compatibility
65% Compatible
Energy Level
Chihuahua: Regular Exercise0.6
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Chihuahua: Independent0.4
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
Less Compatible
Grooming Needs
Chihuahua: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Moderate
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Chihuahua1/5
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
Good with Other Dogs
Chihuahua3/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Good with Strangers
Chihuahua2/5
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Chihuahua
Patellar Luxation: Kneecap displacement
Heart Murmurs: Cardiac abnormalities
Hydrocephalus: Fluid in brain cavity
Dental Issues: Tooth overcrowding
Hypoglycemia: Low blood sugar risk
Tracheal Collapse: Airway weakness
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
Chihuahua
Pros
Highly portable
Long lifespan
Minimal space requirements
Strong loyalty to owners
Cons
Fragile physique
Can be yappy
May be aggressive if not socialized
Temperature sensitive
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
Chihuahua Fun Fact
The smallest dog ever recorded was a Chihuahua named Miracle Milly, weighing only 1 pound at maturity.
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
Chihuahua
Origin:
Revered companions in ancient Toltec civilization of Mexico, these small dogs served as sacred animals and cherished companions to nobility during the pre-Columbian era.
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
Chihuahua
Requires protection from cold weather, careful handling due to fragile build, and attention to dental health. Regular grooming and consistent training essential.
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.
Shedding
OccasionalShedding
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