Is the German Longhaired Pointer Better than the Kuvasz as a Pet? Answer…

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German Longhaired Pointer Versus Kuvasz: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz 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 German Longhaired Pointer and for the Kuvasz. 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz.

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

German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz

German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz: Overview

A very important difference between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Longhaired Pointer is a large-sized dog while the Kuvasz is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Kuvasz belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Longhaired Pointer to the Kuvasz 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz

Factor German Longhaired Pointer Kuvasz
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 5/5
Height 23 to 28 inches 26 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Weight 60 to 71 pounds 70 to 115 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.0 years
Price Range No Data $1438 – $1812
Average Price No Data $1630
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Longhaired Pointer 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 Kuvasz. 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 German Longhaired Pointer is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Kuvasz is 66 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Longhaired Pointer is a better pet than the Kuvasz. So, you should get the German Longhaired Pointer!

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz

    Below is a list of where the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are most different:

  • German Longhaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, Kuvaszs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • German Longhaired Pointers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Kuvaszs are not very friendly towards strangers.

    • The Similarities Between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz

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

  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz.

    German Longhaired Pointers weigh 60 to 71 pounds when fully grown. German Longhaired Pointers are 23 to 28 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Kuvaszs weigh 70 to 115 pounds when fully grown. Kuvaszs are 26 to 30 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz

    The lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Kuvaszs is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Kuvaszs is 11.0 years.

    German Longhaired Pointers live longer than Kuvaszs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz

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

    Kuvaszs do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers shed more than Kuvaszs?

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

    Kuvaszs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Kuvasz

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Kuvaszs drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Kuvasz?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Kuvaszs are very easy to groom.

    Does the German Longhaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Kuvasz?

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

    Kuvaszs have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Kuvaszs?

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

    Kuvaszs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Kuvaszs Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Kuvaszs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Longhaired Pointer vs. Kuvasz

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

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

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Kuvaszs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Kuvaszs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Kuvasz?

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Kuvaszs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are German Longhaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Kuvaszs?

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

    Kuvaszs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Longhaired Pointers and Kuvaszs?

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

    Kuvaszs do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Kuvasz?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Kuvaszs are not easy to train.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Kuvasz?

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Kuvaszs do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Kuvasz?

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

    Kuvaszs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kuvasz

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kuvasz 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 Kuvasz:

  • Hovawart (72 percent match with Kuvasz). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Hovawart.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Kuvasz Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: German Longhaired Pointer versus Kuvasz. 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Kuvasz better suits you and your family.