Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Australian Terrier Versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Introduction
- Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Overview
- Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer
- The Similarities Between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer
- Size (Weight and Height) of Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
- Lifespan of Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
- Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Australian Terrier
- Price of Australian Terrier versus Price of German Shorthaired Pointer
- Adopting the Australian Terrier versus Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer
- The Intelligence of the Australian Terrier versus the Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer
- The Popularity of Australian Terrier versus Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
- Health Problems of Australian Terrier versus Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer
- Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
- Do Australian Terriers shed more than German Shorthaired Pointers?
- Which one drools more, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer?
- Does the Australian Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Shorthaired Pointer?
- Do Australian Terriers Bark and Howl? What about German Shorthaired Pointers?
- Can Australian Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Australian Terrier vs. German Shorthaired Pointer
- Can Australian Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer?
- Are Australian Terriers good family dogs? What about German Shorthaired Pointers?
- How Kid-friendly are Australian Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers?
- Is the Australian Terrier Easier to Train than the German Shorthaired Pointer?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Australian Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shorthaired Pointer
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?
Australian Terrier Versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and for the German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Overview
A very important difference between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Australian Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Australian Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
On the other hand, the German Shorthaired 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.
Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Australian Terrier to the German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer
| Factor | Australian Terrier | German Shorthaired Pointer |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Weight | 14 to 16 pounds | 45 to 70 pounds |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1200 | $1140 |
| Price Range | $975 – $1500 | $800 – $1300 |
| Temperament Score | 82.4 percent | 78.1 percent |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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| Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 134 | 10 |
| Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 34 | 17 |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Australian Terrier 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 Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 75 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Australian Terrier is a better pet than the German Shorthaired Pointer. So, you should get the Australian Terrier!
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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer
Below is a list of where the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer are most different:
The Similarities Between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer
The Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Australian Terriers weigh 14 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Australian Terriers are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, German Shorthaired Pointers weigh 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Shorthaired Pointers are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.
Lifespan of Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
The lifespan of Australian Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Australian Terriers is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is 13.5 years.
Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Australian Terrier
The Australian Terrier has a better temperament than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
This is because the temperament score for the Australian Terrier is 82.4 percent while the temperament score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 78.1 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).
The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.
Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.
The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.
With its temperament score of 82.4 percent, the Australian Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
With its temperament score of 78.1 percent, the German Shorthaired Pointer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer by measuring the temperaments of 17 Australian Terriers and 137 German Shorthaired Pointers.
Price of Australian Terrier versus Price of German Shorthaired Pointer
The average price of the Australian Terrier puppy is $1200. The price of the Australian Terrier typically ranges from $975 – $1500. However, the price of a Australian Terrier can be as low as $150 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 18 Australian Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy is $1140. The price of the German Shorthaired Pointer typically ranges from $800 – $1300. However, the price of the German Shorthaired Pointer can be as low as $350 and as high as $2695. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 453 German Shorthaired Pointer puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Australian Terrier is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
| Australian Terrier | German Shorthaired Pointer | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1200 | $1140 |
| Price Range | $975 to $1500 | $800 to $1300 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Australian Terrier and German Shorthaired Pointer. For different price points, the charts show how many Australian Terrier puppies or how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Australian Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Australian Terrier puppy or the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Adopting the Australian Terrier versus Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Australian Terriers and many German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier named Barnaby that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Australian Terriers like Barnaby on pefinder.com.
Also, like Australian Terriers, German Shorthaired Pointers are also available for adoption. For example, Gil is a Male German Shorthaired Pointer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers like Gil that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Also, Pongo is an adorable Male German Shorthaired Pointer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Australian Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the Australian Terrier versus the Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer
| Australian Terrier | German Shorthaired Pointer | |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligence Rank | 34 out of 130 dog breeds | 17 out of 130 dog breeds |
| Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the Australian Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 34 out of 130 dog breeds. The Australian Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Australian Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.
The German Shorthaired Pointer has an obedience intelligence rank of 17 out of 130 dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that German Shorthaired Pointers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.
The German Shorthaired Pointer is more intelligent than the Australian Terrier.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of Australian Terrier versus Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).
The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Australian Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 10 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Australian Terrier is 134 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of Australian Terrier
Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
| Year | Australian Terrier Popularity Rank | German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank |
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| 2013 | 122 | 13 |
| 2014 | 139 | 12 |
| 2015 | 125 | 11 |
| 2016 | 136 | 11 |
| 2017 | 137 | 10 |
| 2018 | 139 | 9 |
| 2019 | 142 | 9 |
| 2020 | 134 | 9 |
Health Problems of Australian Terrier versus Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer
Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.
Both the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.
The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.
Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the German Shorthaired Pointer is prone to more genetic health problems than the Australian Terrier.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Australian Terrier.
3 health tests are recommended for Australian Terrier while 7 tests are recommended for the German Shorthaired Pointer.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Australian Terriers and in German Shorthaired Pointers.
Australian Terrier Health Problems
Australian Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Australian Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a Australian Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Australian Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Australian Terriers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Australian Terriers here.
German Shorthaired Pointer Health Problems
German Shorthaired Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Shorthaired Pointer puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.
The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.
If you want a German Shorthaired Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Shorthaired Pointer breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.
The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen German Shorthaired Pointers for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers here.
More Discussions on Health Problems in Australian Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Australian Terrier Breed is Patella problems.
This is because the Australian Terrier ranks 2 out of 145 dog breeds for Patella problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 385 Australian Terriers, 70 of them had Patella problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Australian Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Australian Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the German Shorthaired Pointer Breed is Cone Degeneration problems.
This is because the German Shorthaired Pointer ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Cone Degeneration problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1475 German Shorthaired Pointers, 1 of them had Cone Degeneration problems.
The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Shorthaired Pointers, and how common these diseases are in German Shorthaired Pointers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:
The table below lists the common health problems in Australian Terrier and in German Shorthaired Pointer and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer:
| Disease | Australian Terrier Rank | German Shorthaired Pointer Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Patella problems | 2 out of 145 dog breeds | Not Common |
| Thyroid problems | 75 out of 115 dog breeds | 68 out of 115 dog breeds |
| Eyes problems | 134 out of 182 dog breeds | 118 out of 182 dog breeds |
| Hips problems | 176 out of 198 dog breeds | 174 out of 198 dog breeds |
| Cone Degeneration problems | Not Common | 1 out of 1 dog breeds |
| Shoulder problems | Not Common | 12 out of 22 dog breeds |
| Advanced Cardiac problems | Not Common | 42 out of 71 dog breeds |
| Degenerative Myelopathy problems | Not Common | 55 out of 70 dog breeds |
| Congenital Cardiac problems | Not Common | 69 out of 159 dog breeds |
| Elbow problems | Not Common | 121 out of 144 dog breeds |
*To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.
Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Terriers do not like to be left alone.
German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Do Australian Terriers shed more than German Shorthaired Pointers?
Australian Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers are very easy to groom.
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Does the Australian Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers 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.
German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terriers Bark and Howl? What about German Shorthaired Pointers?
Australian Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Australian Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Australian Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Australian Terrier vs. German Shorthaired Pointer
Australian Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Australian Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Australian Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Australian Terriers good family dogs? What about German Shorthaired Pointers?
Australian Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
German Shorthaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Australian Terriers and German Shorthaired Pointers?
Australian Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Australian Terrier Easier to Train than the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers are fairly easy to train.
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Is the Australian Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Australian Terrier or the German Shorthaired Pointer?
Australian Terriers are OK for new dog owners.
German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Australian Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Australian Terrier 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 Australian Terrier:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Shorthaired Pointer
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Shorthaired 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 Shorthaired Pointer:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Australian Terrier and how the German Shorthaired Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Australian Terrier and of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:
Australian Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Australian Terrier versus French Spaniel Australian Terrier versus Bracco Italiano Australian Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Australian Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Australian Terrier versus Chihuahua Australian Terrier versus Pyredoodle Australian Terrier versus Pyredoodle Australian Terrier versus Standard Poodle Australian Terrier versus Chinese Crested Australian Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Australian Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Australian Terrier versus Whippet Australian Terrier versus Shiba Inu Australian Terrier versus Beaglier Australian Terrier versus Airedale Terrier Australian Terrier versus Komondor Australian Terrier versus Barbet Australian Terrier versus Vizsla Australian Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais Australian Terrier versus Dachshund Australian Terrier versus Pyredoodle Australian Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog Australian Terrier versus Pharaoh Hound Australian Terrier versus Lagotto Romagnolo Australian Terrier versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Belgian Sheepdog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Maremma Sheepdog German Shorthaired Pointer versus German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pyredoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Fila Brasileiro German Shorthaired Pointer versus West Highland White Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Cairn Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Belgian Tervuren German Shorthaired Pointer versus Scottish Deerhound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Black Russian Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Sealyham Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Toy Poodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mudi German Shorthaired Pointer versus Border Collie German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mudi German Shorthaired Pointer versus King Shepherd German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bull Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus English Toy Spaniel German Shorthaired Pointer versus Peek A Poo German Shorthaired Pointer versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Stabyhoun
Conclusion: Australian Terrier versus German Shorthaired 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 Australian Terrier and the German Shorthaired Pointer better suits you and your family.