Which is Better between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd? A Very Detailed Review.

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German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Wirehaired Pointer and for the Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

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

German Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Overview

A very important difference between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Wirehaired Pointer is a large-sized dog while the Pyrenean Shepherd is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, the German Wirehaired 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 Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Wirehaired Pointer to the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd

Factor German Wirehaired Pointer Pyrenean Shepherd
Height 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span 12 to 14 years 15 to 17 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 4/5 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 2/5
Easy To Train 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Weight 60 to 70 pounds 25 to 30 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 16.0 years
Average Price $990 No Data
Price Range $800 – $1200 No Data
Temperament Score 77.8 percent 75.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- any age, yearly if in a breeding program
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 65 178

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Wirehaired 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 Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Wirehaired Pointer is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pyrenean Shepherd is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Wirehaired Pointer is a better pet than the Pyrenean Shepherd. So, you should get the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd

    Below is a list of where the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are most different:

  • German Wirehaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Pyrenean Shepherds adapt well to apartment living.
  • German Wirehaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects. However, Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd

    The German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are most similar:

  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very easy to groom.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    German Wirehaired Pointers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Wirehaired Pointers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Shepherds weigh 25 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Shepherds are 15 to 21 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    The lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointers is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is between 15 to 17 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Shepherds is 16.0 years.

    Pyrenean Shepherds live longer than German Wirehaired Pointers.

    Temperament of the Pyrenean Shepherd Versus the German Wirehaired Pointer

    The German Wirehaired Pointer has a better temperament than the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    This is because the temperament score for the German Wirehaired Pointer is 77.8 percent while the temperament score for the Pyrenean Shepherd is 75.0 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 77.8 percent, the German Wirehaired Pointer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 75.0 percent, the Pyrenean Shepherd has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd by measuring the temperaments of 18 German Wirehaired Pointers and 4 Pyrenean Shepherds.

    Adopting the German Wirehaired Pointer versus Adopting the Pyrenean Shepherd

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Wirehaired Pointers and many Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Wirehaired Pointer named Whistler Nocats! that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Wirehaired Pointers like Whistler Nocats! on pefinder.com.

    Also, like German Wirehaired Pointers, Pyrenean Shepherds are also available for adoption. For example, Boone is a Male Pyrenean Shepherd that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pyrenean Shepherds like Boone that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

    You can find more German Wirehaired Pointers and Pyrenean Shepherds that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Wirehaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Wirehaired Pointer is 65 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Pyrenean Shepherd is 178 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Popularity of Pyrenean Shepherd

    Year German Wirehaired Pointer Popularity Rank Pyrenean Shepherd Popularity Rank
    2013 71 169
    2014 71 178
    2015 68 176
    2016 64 176
    2017 62 180
    2018 63 181
    2019 63 182
    2020 60 182

    Health Problems of German Wirehaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Pyrenean Shepherd

    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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd 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 Wirehaired Pointer is prone to more genetic health problems than the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Wirehaired Pointer than for the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    6 health tests are recommended for German Wirehaired Pointer while 5 tests are recommended for the Pyrenean Shepherd.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Wirehaired Pointers and in Pyrenean Shepherds.

    German Wirehaired Pointer Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- any age, yearly if in a breeding program
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Wirehaired Pointers here.

    Pyrenean Shepherd Health Problems

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

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Pyrenean Shepherds here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in German Wirehaired Pointers and Pyrenean Shepherds

    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 Wirehaired Pointer Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the German Wirehaired Pointer ranks 14 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1161 German Wirehaired Pointers, 107 of them had Thyroid problems.

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

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 14 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 35 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 37 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 87 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 126 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 128 out of 182 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 Pyrenean Shepherd Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Pyrenean Shepherd ranks 24 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 79 Pyrenean Shepherds, 4 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 24 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 27 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 44 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 71 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 72 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in German Wirehaired Pointer and in Pyrenean Shepherd and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd:

    Disease German Wirehaired Pointer Rank Pyrenean Shepherd Rank
    Thyroid problems 14 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 35 out of 159 dog breeds 27 out of 159 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems 37 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 87 out of 144 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 126 out of 198 dog breeds 71 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 128 out of 182 dog breeds 44 out of 182 dog breeds
    Dentition Database problems Not Common 24 out of 49 dog breeds
    Patella problems Not Common 72 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 Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd

    German Wirehaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Wirehaired Pointers shed more than Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the German Wirehaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired 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.

    Pyrenean Shepherds 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 Wirehaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Wirehaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Wirehaired Pointer vs. Pyrenean Shepherd

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

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

    Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pyrenean Shepherds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Wirehaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Pyrenean Shepherds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Shepherds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are German Wirehaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Shepherds?

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

    Pyrenean Shepherds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Wirehaired Pointers and Pyrenean Shepherds?

    German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Pyrenean Shepherds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Wirehaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not easy to train.

    Is the German Wirehaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Shepherds adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Wirehaired Pointer or the Pyrenean Shepherd?

    German Wirehaired Pointers are OK for new dog owners.

    Pyrenean Shepherds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Wirehaired 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 Wirehaired Pointer:

  • Australian Kelpie (81 percent match with German Wirehaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs Australian Kelpie.
  • German Pinscher (83 percent match with German Wirehaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Pyrenean Shepherd vs German Pinscher.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Shepherd

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

  • Cairn Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer vs Cairn Terrier.
  • Lakeland Terrier (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Pomsky (73 percent match with Pyrenean Shepherd). Here is our comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer vs Pomsky.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Pyrenean Shepherd Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Shepherd versus Great Pyrenees     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Great Dane     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Kai Ken     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Shih Tzu     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Field Spaniel     Pyrenean Shepherd versus French Bulldog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Chorkie     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Miniature Pinscher     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Siberian Husky     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Welsh Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Border Collie     Pyrenean Shepherd versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Cavapoo     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Swedish Vallhund     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Pyredoodle     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Bordoodle     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Bouvier des Flandres     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Bull Terrier     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Papillon     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Goldendoodle     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Lancashire Heeler     Pyrenean Shepherd versus Cane Corso     

    Conclusion: German Wirehaired Pointer versus Pyrenean Shepherd. 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 Wirehaired Pointer and the Pyrenean Shepherd better suits you and your family.