German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Foxhound
Breed Compatibility
92% Compatible
Energy Level
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
English Foxhound: Energetic0.8
Very Compatible
Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
English Foxhound: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
English Foxhound: Occasional Bath/Brush0.2
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
English Foxhound5/5
Good with Other Dogs
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
English Foxhound5/5
Good with Strangers
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
English Foxhound4/5
Living Requirements
Health & Care Comparison
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
English Foxhound
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation
Renal Disease: Kidney function issues
Epilepsy: Neurological disorder
Thrombocytopathy: Blood clotting issue
Eye Problems: Various ocular concerns
Ear Infections: Chronic inflammation
Pros & Cons Comparison
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
English Foxhound
Pros
Excellent endurance
Good with other dogs
Gentle temperament
Low grooming needs
Cons
High exercise needs
Strong hunting instincts
Not apartment suitable
Can be vocal
German Shorthaired Pointer Fun Fact
Can maintain speeds of up to 35 mph while running and are excellent swimmers due to their webbed feet.
English Foxhound Fun Fact
English Foxhounds are so rarely kept as pets that they're one of the rarest AKC-registered breeds!
Heritage & Purpose
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.
English Foxhound
Origin:
Developed in England during the 16th century, these hounds excelled in fox hunting across vast territories. Their remarkable stamina and tracking abilities made them essential to traditional British foxhunts.
Special Considerations
German Shorthaired Pointer
Needs extensive daily exercise, regular grooming despite short coat, and monitoring for breed-specific health issues like hip dysplasia.
English Foxhound
Requires secure fencing due to strong hunting instincts. Regular exercise essential. Moderate grooming needs but vocal nature may not suit close neighbors.