Breed Comparison: German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Saint Berdoodle

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German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Saint Berdoodle: Introduction

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

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

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 Saint Berdoodle.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Saint Berdoodle: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Saint Berdoodle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Saint Berdoodle is a large-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 Saint Berdoodle belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Saint Berdoodle: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodle

Factor German Shorthaired Pointer Saint Berdoodle
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho 15 to 30 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 8 to 12 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
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 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Weight 45 to 70 pounds 40 to 180 pounds
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.0 years
Average Price $1140 $2020
Price Range $800 – $1300 $1500 – $2500
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
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    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 Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle is 89 out of 125.

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

    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 Saint Berdoodle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Saint Berdoodle

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Saint Berdoodles are good for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Saint Berdoodle

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

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

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

    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, Saint Berdoodles weigh 40 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Saint Berdoodles are 15 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Saint Berdoodle

    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 Saint Berdoodles is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Saint Berdoodles is 10.0 years.

    German Shorthaired Pointers live longer than Saint Berdoodles.

    Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Saint Berdoodle

    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 Saint Berdoodle puppy is $2020. The price of the Saint Berdoodle typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Saint Berdoodle can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 113 Saint Berdoodle puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Saint Berdoodle is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

    German Shorthaired Pointer Saint Berdoodle
    Average Price $1140 $2020
    Price Range $800 to $1300 $1500 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Saint Berdoodle. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Saint Berdoodle 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 Saint Berdoodles?

    A breakdown of the prices of Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Saint Berdoodle

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Saint Berdoodles do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Saint Berdoodle

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

    Saint Berdoodles do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Saint Berdoodles have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Saint Berdoodles can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Saint Berdoodle

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

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

    Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Saint Berdoodles Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Saint Berdoodles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Saint Berdoodles get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Saint Berdoodles?

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

    Saint Berdoodles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Saint Berdoodle?

    German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Saint Berdoodles are very easy to train.

    Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Saint Berdoodle?

    German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Saint Berdoodles do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

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

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

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

  • Schnoodle (77 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Schnoodle.
  • Bergamasco Sheepdog (79 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Bergamasco Sheepdog.
  • Cavapoo (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs Cavapoo.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Saint Berdoodle). Here is our comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer vs French Spaniel.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Italian Greyhound     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Border Collie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Chinese Shar-Pei     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Cockapoo     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pyredoodle     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Morkie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pomchi     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mal Shi     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Border Collie     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bull Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Affenpinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Finnish Lapphund     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bluetick Coonhound     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Lhasapoo     German Shorthaired Pointer versus American Bulldog     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Borzoi     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bedlington Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus German Pinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Shiranian     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Papipoo     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Brittany     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Giant Schnauzer     

    Saint Berdoodle Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Saint Berdoodle versus Japanese Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Pointer     Saint Berdoodle versus Chorkie     Saint Berdoodle versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Saluki     Saint Berdoodle versus Pomapoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Canaan Dog     Saint Berdoodle versus Bluetick Coonhound     Saint Berdoodle versus Whippet     Saint Berdoodle versus Finnish Spitz     Saint Berdoodle versus Schnoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Briard     Saint Berdoodle versus Mudi     Saint Berdoodle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier     Saint Berdoodle versus Japanese Chin     Saint Berdoodle versus Miniature Pinscher     Saint Berdoodle versus Pomapoo     Saint Berdoodle versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Saint Berdoodle versus Doberman Pinscher     Saint Berdoodle versus Akita     Saint Berdoodle versus Bordoodle     Saint Berdoodle versus Akbash     Saint Berdoodle versus Pharaoh Hound     Saint Berdoodle versus Border Collie     Saint Berdoodle versus Clumber Spaniel     

    Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Saint Berdoodle. 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 Saint Berdoodle better suits you and your family.