Yorkshire Terrier has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

German Shorthaired Pointer has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Yorkshire Terriers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the German Shorthaired Pointer is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Energetic
Intelligent
Playful
Courageous
Independent
Loyal

Affectionate
Bold
Intelligent
Boisterous
Cooperative
Trainable

Yorkshire Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

German Shorthaired Pointers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Yorkshire Terriers make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

German Shorthaired Pointers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

England

Germany

Waterside, Manchester, Paisley, Skye, Dandie Dinmont Terriers

german bird dog, spanish pointers, bloodhounds

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

1800s

1600s

Toy (AKC:1885)
Companion (UKC)

Working (AKC:1930)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Blue
Silver
Fawn

Brown
Black
White
Pied

Yorkshire Terriers are known for their coat length.

German Shorthaired Pointers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Yorkshire Terrier can have a litter of 12-16 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A German Shorthaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Yorkshire Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

German Shorthaired Pointers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Portacaval Shunt
Tracheal Collapse
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation

Entropion
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hemivertebrae
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Acral Mutation Syndrome
Lupoid Dermatitis

Eye
Knee
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Endoscopy

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
(Blood)
Skeletal
Skin Scraping

Yorkshire Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

German Shorthaired Pointer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Yorkshire Terriers require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

German Shorthaired Pointers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Yorkshire Terrier minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

German Shorthaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Yorkshire Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

German Shorthaired Pointers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Yorkshire Terrier dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While German Shorthaired Pointer dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Walk, Play, Walking, Belly rubs, Toys, Fetch, Being held, Napping, People watching, Jump, Run, Lounge, Sniffing, Petting, Resting, Belly action, Sleeping, Running, Eating Snacks, Brushing, Cuddling, Attention, Pets, Barking, Exploring, Marking, Licking, Cuddles, Walkig, Play keep away

Car rides, Running, Playing fetch, Sniffing, Swimming, Walk, Run, Walking, Kisses, Walki, Hunt, Shake, Tracking, Play, Playdate, Play keep away, Fetch, Escaping, Hike, Swim, Nap, Camp, Backpack, Train, Travel

Yorkshire Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

German Shorthaired Pointers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Yorkshire Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Shorthaired Pointer, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Yorkshire Terriers usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most German Shorthaired Pointers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Yorkshire Terriers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Ideally, Yorkshire Terrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

German Shorthaired Pointer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-7 pound (2 - 3 kg) Yorkshire Terrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) German Shorthaired Pointer feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Yorkshire Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Pointer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Yorkshire Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Shorthaired Pointer is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Yorkshire Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Yorkshire Terriers are not suitable for children.

German Shorthaired Pointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Yorkshire Terriers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Yorkshire Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

German Shorthaired Pointers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Yorkshire Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

German Shorthaired Pointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Yorkshire Terriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.