A Detailed Comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer.

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Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus German Longhaired Pointer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and for the German Longhaired Pointer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the German Longhaired Pointer

Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer: Overview

A very important difference between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the German Longhaired Pointer is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Dandie Dinmont 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 Longhaired 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.

Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dandie Dinmont Terrier to the German Longhaired 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.

Factor Dandie Dinmont Terrier German Longhaired Pointer
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Weight 18 to 24 pounds 60 to 71 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 1/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 2/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Height 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder 23 to 28 inches
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.5 years
Price Range No Data No Data
Average Price No Data No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
    		•  No Data

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dandie Dinmont 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 Longhaired 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 a Dandie Dinmont Terrier is 80 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a German Longhaired Pointer is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is a better pet than the German Longhaired Pointer. So, you should get the Dandie Dinmont 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer

    Below is a list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are most different:

  • Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
  • Dandie Dinmont Terriers have low exercise needs. However, German Longhaired Pointers require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • The Similarities Between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer

    The Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are most similar:

  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are very playful.
  • Both the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer.

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers weigh 18 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Dandie Dinmont Terriers are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, German Longhaired Pointers weigh 60 to 71 pounds when fully grown. German Longhaired Pointers are 23 to 28 inches when fully grown.

    Which one drools more, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the German Longhaired Pointer

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Longhaired Pointer

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    German Longhaired Pointers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Easier to Train than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not easy to train.

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers Bark and Howl? What about German Longhaired Pointers?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    German Longhaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Can Dandie Dinmont Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    German Longhaired Pointers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Do Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed more than German Longhaired Pointers?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers shed moderately.

    German Longhaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs. German Longhaired Pointer

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    German Longhaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Is the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dandie Dinmont Terrier or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are very good for new dog owners.

    German Longhaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    How Kid-friendly are Dandie Dinmont Terriers and German Longhaired Pointers?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    German Longhaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Does the Dandie Dinmont Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    Dandie Dinmont 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 Longhaired Pointers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Are Dandie Dinmont Terriers good family dogs? What about German Longhaired Pointers?

    Dandie Dinmont Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    German Longhaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dandie Dinmont Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dandie Dinmont 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier:

  • Cavapoo (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Cavapoo.
  • Shih Tzu (79 percent match with Dandie Dinmont Terrier). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Shih Tzu.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Longhaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Longhaired 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 Longhaired Pointer:

  • Aussiedoodle (78 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Black Mouth Cur (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Boxerdoodle.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and how the German Longhaired Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dandie Dinmont Terrier and of the German Longhaired Pointer to other breeds:

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Portuguese Water Dog     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Rottweiler     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Pug     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Chinese Crested     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Airedale Terrier     Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus Puli     

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Longhaired Pointer versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     German Longhaired Pointer versus Doberman Pinscher     German Longhaired Pointer versus Schipperke     German Longhaired Pointer versus Chi-Poo     German Longhaired Pointer versus Shiloh Shepherd     German Longhaired Pointer versus Tibetan Mastiff     German Longhaired Pointer versus Labradoodle     German Longhaired Pointer versus Norwegian Lundehund     German Longhaired Pointer versus English Cocker Spaniel     

    Conclusion: Dandie Dinmont Terrier versus German Longhaired 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 Dandie Dinmont Terrier and the German Longhaired Pointer better suits you and your family.