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

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German Longhaired Pointer Versus Lancashire Heeler: Introduction

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

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

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 Lancashire Heeler.

German Longhaired Pointer versus Lancashire Heeler: Overview

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

German Longhaired Pointer versus Lancashire Heeler: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Longhaired Pointer to the Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heeler

Factor German Longhaired Pointer Lancashire Heeler
Life Span 11 to 14 years 9 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 4/5
Height 23 to 28 inches 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 2/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Weight 60 to 71 pounds 13 to 15 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 11.5 years
Price Range No Data $200 – $200
Average Price No Data $200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Collie Eye Anomaly
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
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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 Lancashire Heeler. 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 Lancashire Heeler is 78 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Lancashire Heeler is not better or worse than the German Longhaired Pointer. So, you can get the Lancashire Heeler or 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 Lancashire Heeler so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler

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

  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler 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 Lancashire Heeler gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Lancashire Heeler have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

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

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

    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, Lancashire Heelers weigh 13 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Lancashire Heelers are 10 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer versus Lancashire Heeler

    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 Lancashire Heelers is between 9 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Lancashire Heelers is 11.5 years.

    German Longhaired Pointers live longer than Lancashire Heelers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Longhaired Pointer versus Lancashire Heeler

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

    Lancashire Heelers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers shed more than Lancashire Heelers?

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

    Lancashire Heelers shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Lancashire Heeler

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Lancashire Heelers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Lancashire Heelers are very easy to groom.

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

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

    Lancashire Heelers 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 Lancashire Heelers?

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

    Lancashire Heelers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Lancashire Heelers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Longhaired Pointer vs. Lancashire Heeler

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

    Lancashire Heelers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Lancashire Heelers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Lancashire Heelers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are German Longhaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Lancashire Heelers?

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

    Lancashire Heelers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Longhaired Pointers and Lancashire Heelers?

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

    Lancashire Heelers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Lancashire Heeler?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Lancashire Heelers are fairly easy to train.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Lancashire Heeler?

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Lancashire Heelers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Lancashire Heeler

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

  • Dalmatian (77 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Dalmatian.
  • Boxerdoodle (79 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Hovawart (77 percent match with Lancashire Heeler). 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 Lancashire Heeler compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer and of the Lancashire Heeler to other breeds:

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Lancashire Heeler Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Lancashire Heeler versus Mal Shi     Lancashire Heeler versus Saint Berdoodle     Lancashire Heeler versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Lancashire Heeler versus Scottish Terrier     Lancashire Heeler versus Pyredoodle     Lancashire Heeler versus Silky Terrier     Lancashire Heeler versus Doberman Pinscher     Lancashire Heeler versus English Toy Spaniel     Lancashire Heeler versus Stabyhoun     Lancashire Heeler versus Azawakh     Lancashire Heeler versus Papillon     Lancashire Heeler versus Portuguese Water Dog     Lancashire Heeler versus Golden Retriever     Lancashire Heeler versus Akita     Lancashire Heeler versus Boxerdoodle     Lancashire Heeler versus Yorkshire Terrier     Lancashire Heeler versus Black Mouth Cur     Lancashire Heeler versus Norwegian Lundehund     Lancashire Heeler versus Norwich Terrier     Lancashire Heeler versus Irish Water Spaniel     Lancashire Heeler versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     Lancashire Heeler versus Maremma Sheepdog     Lancashire Heeler versus Weimaraner     Lancashire Heeler versus Morkie     Lancashire Heeler versus Saint Bernard     

    Conclusion: German Longhaired Pointer versus Lancashire Heeler. 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 Lancashire Heeler better suits you and your family.