German Shorthaired Pointer vs Vizsla vs Weimaraner Comparison

Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

Best for Apartments

Vizsla

2/5 Β· Less suitable

Easiest Grooming

🀝 Tie

Longest Lifespan

German Shorthaired Pointer

12-14 years

Easiest to Train

🀝 Tie

Most Active

🀝 Tie

Best for First-Time Owners

🀝 Tie

5/6

83%

German Shorthaired Pointer

5/6

83%

Vizsla

4/6

67%

Weimaraner

* This summary is based on data from our database. Always make your final decision based on your individual needs.

Basic Info

Origin
Germany
Hungary
Germany
Popularity
#10
#30
#34
Common Names & Aliases
Deutscher Kurzhaariger VorstehhundKurzhaarDeutsch KurzhaarGSP Dog
Hungarian PointerHungarian Short-Haired PointerMagyar VizslaRΓΆvidszΕ‘rΕ± Magyar VizslaHungarian Vizsla
Grey GhostWeimWeimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Classification
Purebred
Purebred
Purebred
Size Classification
MediumLarge
Large
Large
Weight Statistics
Male: 25-32 kg, Female: 20-27 kg
Male: 20-27 kg, Female: 18-25 kg
Male: 25-32 kg, Female: 23-29 kg
Average Weight
Male: 28.3 kg, Female: 23.8 kg
Male: 23.8 kg, Female: 21.5 kg
Male: 28.3 kg, Female: 26.1 kg
Height
Male: 59-64 cm, Female: 53-58 cm
Male: 56-66 cm, Female: 51-61 cm
Male: 61-69 cm, Female: 56-63 cm
Average Height
Male: 61.5 cm, Female: 55.5 cm
Male: 61 cm, Female: 56 cm
Male: 65 cm, Female: 59.5 cm
Intelligence Rating
4.5/5
4.5/5
4.5/5
Watchdog Rating
3/5
3/5
3/5
Training Difficulty
5/5
4/5
4/5
Territorial Protection
3/5
3/5
3/5
Price Range
$600-$800
$800-$1200
$1500-$2000
Availability
5/5
5/5
5/5
Personality Traits
AffectionateBoldIntelligentBoisterousCooperativeTrainable
AffectionateEnergeticIntelligentProtectiveCheerfulGentlePlayfulQuietEasygoingCompanionableLivelyFriendlyEvenly TemperedTrainableWilling
AlertEnergeticIntelligentSteadySocialAloofFastPowerfulStubborn
Sensitivity Level
4/5
5/5
5/5
Impulse to Wander or Roam
5/5
5/5
5/5
Prey Drive
5/5
2/5
5/5
Affection Level
4/5
5/5
5/5
Social Needs
3/5
4/5
5/5
Barking Frequency
3/5
3/5
4/5
Playful Nature
5/5
5/5
5/5
Apartment Adaptability
1/5
2/5
1/5
Lifestyle Adaptability
4/5
5/5
5/5
Alone Time Tolerance
Moderate
Low
Very Low
Bite Risk Assessment
Low
Low
Low
Mouthing Tendency
4/5
4/5
5/5
Bite Strength Rating
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Between 200 and 400 PSI
Average Lifespan
12-14 years
10-14 years
10-12 years
Climate Tolerance
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Health Concerns
4/5
3/5
1/5
Health Problems
Gastric TorsionHypothyroidismCanine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)Osteochondrosis DissecansVon Willebrand's DiseaseEntropionPannusLymphedemaCardiomyopathyProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
CancerEpilepsyHip DysplasiaSebaceous Adenitis
BloatDistichiasisDrug SensitivityEctropionEntropionHip DysplasiaHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)Von Willebrand's Disease
Vet Care Frequency
Rare
Average
Frequent
Energy Rating
5/5
5/5
5/5
Sleeping Need
1/5
1/5
1/5
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
5/5
5/5
5/5
Obesity Tendency
3/5
2/5
2/5
Food Consumption
3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Allergy Friendliness
No
No
No
Coat Colors
RoanLiverWhiteBlackCopper
GoldenRustRusset GoldDark Sandy Gold
BlueSilverGrayCopper
Grooming Requirements
1/5
1/5
1/5
Shedding Level
3/5
3/5
3/5
Drooling Tendency
2/5
1/5
4/5
Stinkiness Rating
Medium
Medium
Medium
Coat Characteristics
Dense
FineShortDenseCoarseHardNo Undercoat
Fine
Bathing Needs
4-6 weeks
6-8 weeks
3-4 weeks
Cat Friendly
1/5
3/5
4/5
Child Compatibility
4/5
4/5
2/5
Dog Friendly
4/5
3/5
4/5
Stranger Friendly
3/5
3/5
4/5
Office Friendly
No
No
No
Senior Citizens Friendly
Recommended
Recommended
Below Average
Pet Compatibility
Not Good
Average
Good
Good For First Time Owners
Yes
Yes
Yes
Service Dog Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Therapy Work Suitability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Scent Detection Ability
Yes
Not really
Not really
Search & Rescue Potential
Yes
Not really
Yes
Maritime Work Ability
Not really
Yes
Not really
Draft Work Capability
Not really
Not really
Not really
Military Service Background
Not really
Not really
Not really
Puppy Litter Size
7-12 puppies
6-8 puppies
6-8 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
60-64 days
60-64 days
60-64 days
Breeding Frequency
Once a year.
Once a year.
Once a year.
AKC Classification
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed.
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel ClubFederation Cynologique InternationaleAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubKennel Club of Great BritainNew Zealand Kennel ClubUnited Kennel Club
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.United Kennel ClubAmerican Canine Association, Inc.
American Canine RegistryAmerican Kennel ClubAmerica's Pet RegistryAustralian National Kennel CouncilCanadian Kennel ClubContinental Kennel ClubDog Registry of America Inc.Federation Cynologique InternationaleKennel Club of Great BritainNational Kennel ClubNew Zealand Kennel ClubNorth American Purebred Registry, Inc.American Canine Association, Inc.
Winner / Best value