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- Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Introduction
- Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Overview
- Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
- Lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
- Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Adopting the German Wirehaired Pointer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
- Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed more than German Wirehaired Pointers?
- Which one drools more, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer?
- Does the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Wirehaired Pointer?
- Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes Bark and Howl? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?
- Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs. German Wirehaired Pointer
- Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer?
- Are Appenzeller Sennenhundes good family dogs? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?
- How Kid-friendly are Appenzeller Sennenhundes and German Wirehaired Pointers?
- Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Easier to Train than the German Wirehaired Pointer?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and for the German Wirehaired Pointer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer.
Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Overview
A very important difference between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a medium-sized dog while the German Wirehaired Pointer is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
On the other hand, the German Wirehaired Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Appenzeller Sennenhunde to the German Wirehaired Pointer based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer
| Factor | Appenzeller Sennenhunde | German Wirehaired Pointer |
|---|---|---|
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 48 to 55 pounds | 60 to 70 pounds |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 12 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 10.5 years | 13.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $800 – $1200 |
| Average Price | No Data | $990 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the German Wirehaired Pointer. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the German Wirehaired Pointer is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde is a better pet than the German Wirehaired Pointer. So, you should get the Appenzeller Sennenhunde!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer
The Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer.
Appenzeller Sennenhundes weigh 48 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Appenzeller Sennenhundes are 19 to 22 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, German Wirehaired Pointers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Wirehaired Pointers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
The lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is between 9 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Appenzeller Sennenhundes is 10.5 years.
The lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is 13.0 years.
German Wirehaired Pointers live longer than Appenzeller Sennenhundes.
Adopting the Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus Adopting the German Wirehaired Pointer
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Appenzeller Sennenhundes and many German Wirehaired Pointers are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Appenzeller Sennenhunde named Boss that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Appenzeller Sennenhundes like Boss on pefinder.com.
Also, like Appenzeller Sennenhundes, German Wirehaired Pointers are also available for adoption. For example, Gunner is a Male German Wirehaired Pointer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more German Wirehaired Pointers like Gunner that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Whistler Nocats! is an adorable Male German Wirehaired Pointer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Appenzeller Sennenhundes and German Wirehaired Pointers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not like to be left alone.
German Wirehaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed more than German Wirehaired Pointers?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes shed moderately.
German Wirehaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do have a very low tendency to drool.
German Wirehaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to groom.
German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Does the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
German Wirehaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Do Appenzeller Sennenhundes Bark and Howl? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
German Wirehaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can very well tolerate cold weather.
German Wirehaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Appenzeller Sennenhunde vs. German Wirehaired Pointer
Appenzeller Sennenhundes have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
German Wirehaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Appenzeller Sennenhundes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes can tolerate hot weather.
German Wirehaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along fairly well with other dogs.
German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Appenzeller Sennenhundes good family dogs? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
German Wirehaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Appenzeller Sennenhundes and German Wirehaired Pointers?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Easier to Train than the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are very easy to train.
German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Is the Appenzeller Sennenhunde Better for Apartment Owners than the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes do not adapt well to apartment living.
German Wirehaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Appenzeller Sennenhunde or the German Wirehaired Pointer?
Appenzeller Sennenhundes are OK for new dog owners.
German Wirehaired Pointers are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Appenzeller Sennenhunde that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Appenzeller Sennenhunde:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the German Wirehaired Pointer:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and how the German Wirehaired Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and of the German Wirehaired Pointer to other breeds:
Appenzeller Sennenhunde Versus Other Dog Breeds
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German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
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Conclusion: Appenzeller Sennenhunde versus German Wirehaired Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Appenzeller Sennenhunde and the German Wirehaired Pointer better suits you and your family.