German Shorthaired Pointer

Sporting · Large

Poodle

Non-Sporting · Medium

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Poodle

Side-by-side comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer and Poodle — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Poodle

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Poodle

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

Poodle

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Poodle
Size	Large	Medium
Height	21–25″	10–22″
Weight	45–70 lbs	6–70 lbs
Lifespan	12–14 yrs	10–18 yrs
Group	Sporting	Non-Sporting
Coat type	Short, thick, water-repellent	Dense, curly, single coat, non-shedding

Temperament & behavior

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Poodle
Energy level	Very High	High
Trainability	Very High	Very High
Barking level	Moderate	Moderate

Compatibility

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Poodle
Good with kids	High	High
Good with dogs	High	High
Good with cats	Low	High
Apartment friendly	Very Low	High

Care requirements

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Poodle
Shedding	Moderate	Very Low
Grooming needs	Very Low	Very High
Daily exercise	90–120 min	40–90 min
Daily food	2–3 cups	0.5–3 cups
Annual cost	$1 400–$2 200	$1 200–$2 800

Temperament