German Shorthaired Pointer vs English Springer Spaniel
Breed Compatibility
86% Compatible
Energy Level
German Shorthaired Pointer: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
English Springer Spaniel: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
German Shorthaired Pointer: Eager to Please1.0
English Springer Spaniel: Eager to Please1.0
Very Compatible
Grooming Needs
German Shorthaired Pointer: Weekly Brushing0.4
English Springer Spaniel: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Premium
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
German Shorthaired Pointer5/5
English Springer Spaniel3/5
Good with Other Dogs
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
English Springer Spaniel4/5
Good with Strangers
German Shorthaired Pointer4/5
English Springer Spaniel4/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
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 Springer Spaniel
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Ear Infections: Due to floppy ears
Phosphofructokinase: Metabolic disorder
Retinal Dysplasia: Eye development issue
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development problem
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 Springer Spaniel
Pros
Excellent family companion
Highly trainable
Athletic and versatile
Good with children
Cons
Requires regular exercise
Needs consistent grooming
Can be prone to ear infections
May be too energetic for some
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 Springer Spaniel Fun Fact
Their 'springing' hunting technique of flushing birds into flight gave this breed its distinctive name.
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 Springer Spaniel
Origin:
Developed in England during the 1800s as skilled bird hunting dogs, specifically for flushing and retrieving game in varying terrain. Valued for exceptional nose work and stamina.
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 Springer Spaniel
Regular ear cleaning needed to prevent infections. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Coat needs routine maintenance to prevent matting.