Breed Comparison: English Springer Spaniel Versus German Longhaired Pointer

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English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

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English Springer Spaniel Versus German Longhaired Pointer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel or the German Longhaired Pointer

English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer: Overview

A very important difference between the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The English Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog while the German Longhaired Pointer is a large-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are Sporting Dogs. This means both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer 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.

English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel German Longhaired Pointer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the 23 to 28 inches
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Easygoing 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Weight 45 to 55 pounds 60 to 71 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Life Span 9 to 15 years 11 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1310 No Data
Price Range $950 – $1600 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • AKC DNA Profile
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Canine Good Citizen Certification
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • DNA Bank
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • FUCOSIDOSIS
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PFK
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
    		•  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 English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel is 78 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 German Longhaired Pointer is not better or worse than the English Springer Spaniel. So, you can get the German Longhaired Pointer or the English Springer Spaniel!

    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 English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer

    Below is a list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are most different:

  • English Springer Spaniels require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    • The Similarities Between the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer

    The English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are most similar:

  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are very easy to train.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer are highly intelligent.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer.

    English Springer Spaniels weigh 45 to 55 pounds when fully grown. English Springer Spaniels are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 10 inches tall at the 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.

    English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer
    English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

    Is the English Springer Spaniel Better for Apartment Owners than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels do not adapt well to apartment living.

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Tolerates Being Alone: English Springer Spaniel versus German Longhaired Pointer

    English Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

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

    Which one drools more, the English Springer Spaniel or the German Longhaired Pointer

    English Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the English Springer Spaniel or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the English Springer Spaniel or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels are OK for new dog owners.

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

    Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    English Springer Spaniels can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Do English Springer Spaniels shed more than German Longhaired Pointers?

    English Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

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

    Do English Springer Spaniels Bark and Howl? What about German Longhaired Pointers?

    English Springer Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

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

    Can English Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    English Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: English Springer Spaniel vs. German Longhaired Pointer

    English Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Are English Springer Spaniels good family dogs? What about German Longhaired Pointers?

    English Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are English Springer Spaniels and German Longhaired Pointers?

    English Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the English Springer Spaniel or the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Is the English Springer Spaniel Easier to Train than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Does the English Springer Spaniel Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Longhaired Pointer?

    English Springer Spaniels 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.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the English Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel:

  • Australian Shepherd (81 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Australian Shepherd.
  • Field Spaniel (84 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Field Spaniel.
  • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon (82 percent match with English Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    • 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 English Springer Spaniel vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Black Mouth Cur (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the English Springer Spaniel vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the English Springer Spaniel vs Boxerdoodle.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    English Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

    English Springer Spaniel versus Brittany     English Springer Spaniel versus Schipperke     English Springer Spaniel versus Westiepoo     English Springer Spaniel versus German Shepherd Dog     English Springer Spaniel versus Kishu Ken     English Springer Spaniel versus Lhasa Apso     English Springer Spaniel versus Vizsla     English Springer Spaniel versus Dalmatian     English Springer Spaniel versus Boykin Spaniel     English Springer Spaniel versus Black Russian Terrier     

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Longhaired Pointer versus Airedale Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Puggle     German Longhaired Pointer versus Kishu Ken     German Longhaired Pointer versus Scottish Deerhound     German Longhaired Pointer versus Spanish Mastiff     German Longhaired Pointer versus Shetland Sheepdog     German Longhaired Pointer versus Patterdale Terrier     German Longhaired Pointer versus Finnish Spitz     German Longhaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano     German Longhaired Pointer versus Akita     

    Conclusion: English Springer Spaniel 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 English Springer Spaniel and the German Longhaired Pointer better suits you and your family.