Active
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Kind
Trustworthy
Amiable

Affectionate
Bold
Intelligent
Boisterous
Cooperative
Trainable

American Gointers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Shorthaired Pointers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Choose an American Gointer 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.

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

United States

Germany

Golden Retriever, English Pointer

german bird dog, spanish pointers, bloodhounds

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

Unknown

1600s

American Gointers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

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.

American Gointers' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

German Shorthaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

American Gointer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

American Gointers require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

German Shorthaired Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

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.

Playing, Swimming, Walk, SupSerf

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

The American Gointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

American Gointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

American Gointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

American Gointers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

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

German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

American Gointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

American Gointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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