Differences and Similarities between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese.

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German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Havanese: Introduction

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

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

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

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Havanese is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, 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.

On the other hand, the Havanese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Havanese 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 Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese

Factor German Shorthaired Pointer Havanese
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 7 to 13 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 1/5
Easy To Train 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1140 $2180
Price Range $800 – $1300 $1700 – $2750
Temperament Score 78.1 percent 81.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – min age 24 months
  • Cone Degeneration
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exams until age 6 recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 10 23

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Shorthaired 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 Havanese. 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 Shorthaired Pointer is 75 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Havanese is 91 out of 125.

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

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

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese

    Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are most different:

  • German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Havaneses adapt well to apartment living.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Havaneses are good for new dog owners.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom. However, Havaneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese

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

  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese 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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese.

    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.

    On the other hand, Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    The lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointers is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Havanese

    The Havanese has a better temperament than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

    This is because the temperament score for the Havanese is 81.8 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 78.1 percent, the German Shorthaired Pointer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 81.8 percent, the Havanese has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese by measuring the temperaments of 137 German Shorthaired Pointers and 11 Havaneses.

    Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Havanese

    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 a German Shorthaired Pointer can be as low as $350 and as high as $2695. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 453 German Shorthaired Pointer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of the Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Havanese is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

    German Shorthaired Pointer Havanese
    Average Price $1140 $2180
    Price Range $800 to $1300 $1700 to $2750

    The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Havanese. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Havanese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses?

    A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy or the Havanese 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.

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Havanese

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shorthaired Pointers and many Havaneses 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 German Shorthaired Pointer named Watson – Local that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Shorthaired Pointers like Watson – Local on pefinder.com.

    Also, like German Shorthaired Pointers, Havaneses are also available for adoption. For example, Ernie is a Male Havanese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Havaneses like Ernie that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Pongo is the name of another German Shorthaired Pointer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also, Please Don’T Share. Louie is an adorable Male Havanese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    German Shorthaired Pointers and Havaneses are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers and Havaneses that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Havanese

    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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Havanese. 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 Havanese is 23 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

    Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

    Popularity of Havanese

    Popularity of Havanese

    Year German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank Havanese Popularity Rank
    2013 13 25
    2014 12 25
    2015 11 24
    2016 11 23
    2017 10 23
    2018 9 24
    2019 9 22
    2020 9 24

    Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Havanese

    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 German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese 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 Havanese.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Havanese.

    7 health tests are recommended for German Shorthaired Pointer while 4 tests are recommended for the Havanese.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and in Havaneses.

    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:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation – min age 24 months
  • Cone Degeneration
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination – annual exams until age 6 recommended
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers here.

    Havanese Health Problems

    Havaneses are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Havanese 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 Havanese puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Havanese 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 Havaneses for:

  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Havaneses here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and Havaneses

    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:

  • Cone Degeneration problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Shoulder problems: Rank 12 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 42 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 55 out of 70 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 68 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 69 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 118 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 121 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 174 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • 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 Havanese Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Havanese ranks 3 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 371 Havaneses, 106 of them had Dentition Database problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Havaneses, and how common these diseases are in Havaneses relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 3 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 18 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 20 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 38 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 55 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 59 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 70 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 111 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 123 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in German Shorthaired Pointer and in Havanese and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese:

    Disease German Shorthaired Pointer Rank Havanese Rank
    Cone Degeneration problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Shoulder problems 12 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Advanced Cardiac problems 42 out of 71 dog breeds 38 out of 71 dog breeds
    Degenerative Myelopathy problems 55 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 68 out of 115 dog breeds 20 out of 115 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 69 out of 159 dog breeds 70 out of 159 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 118 out of 182 dog breeds 111 out of 182 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 121 out of 144 dog breeds 55 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 174 out of 198 dog breeds 123 out of 198 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 3 out of 49 dog breeds
    Baer Hearing Test problems Not Common 18 out of 21 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 59 out of 145 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: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Havaneses do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Havaneses?

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

    Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Havanese

    German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Havanese?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?

    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.

    Havaneses 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 German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?

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

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

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Havanese

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

    Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Havanese?

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Havaneses?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Havaneses?

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

    Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Havanese?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Havaneses are very easy to train.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Havanese?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Havanese?

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

    Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.

    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:

  • Field Spaniel (83 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Field Spaniel.
  • German Wirehaired Pointer (80 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs German Wirehaired Pointer.
  • Pointer (81 percent match with German Shorthaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Havanese vs Pointer.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese

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

  • Bichon Frise (86 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bichon Frise.
  • Cavachon (84 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Cavachon.
  • Bich Poo (85 percent match with Havanese). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bich Poo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Havanese. 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 Shorthaired Pointer and the Havanese better suits you and your family.