Last Updated: Jun 20, 2022
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- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
- How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound? 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Overview
A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound
Factor | German Shorthaired Pointer | Treeing Walker Coonhound |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho | 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 13 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 45 to 70 pounds | 45 to 80 pounds |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 1/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
Average Price | $1140 | $560 |
Price Range | $800 – $1300 | $338 – $775 |
Temperament Score | 78.1 percent | 62.5 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | ||
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 10 | 129 |
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 66 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Shorthaired Pointer is a better pet than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. So, you should get a German Shorthaired Pointer!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound are most similar:
Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
The German Shorthaired Pointer weighs 45 to 70 pounds when fully grown. The German Shorthaired Pointer is 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Treeing Walker Coonhound weighs 45 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Treeing Walker Coonhound is 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound
German Shorthaired Pointer Colors
The German Shorthaired Pointer comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- White / Cream
- Bicolor
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
The German Shorthaired Pointer comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Brown / Chocolate
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Treeing Walker Coonhound Colors
The Treeing Walker Coonhound comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Bicolor
- White / Cream
- Brown / Chocolate
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Black
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brindle
- Apricot / Beige
The Treeing Walker Coonhound comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Golden
- Brown / Chocolate
- White / Cream
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Black
Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
The lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the German Shorthaired Pointer is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is between 12 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 12.5 years.
The German Shorthaired Pointer lives longer than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Treeing Walker Coonhound
The German Shorthaired Pointer has a better temperament than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the temperament score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 78.1 percent while the temperament score for the Treeing Walker Coonhound is 62.5 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 62.5 percent, the Treeing Walker Coonhound has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Treeing Walker Coonhound by measuring the temperaments of 137 German Shorthaired Pointers and 8 Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy is $560. The price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound typically ranges from $338 – $775. However, the price of the Treeing Walker Coonhound can be as low as $250 and as high as $1000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 32 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The German Shorthaired Pointer is more expensive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
German Shorthaired Pointer | Treeing Walker Coonhound | |
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Average Price | $1140 | $560 |
Price Range | $800 to $1300 | $338 to $775 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Treeing Walker Coonhound. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy or the Treeing Walker Coonhound 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.
Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Treeing Walker Coonhound
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shorthaired Pointers and many Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Rodney that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Shorthaired Pointers like Rodney on pefinder.com.
Also, like German Shorthaired Pointers, Treeing Walker Coonhounds are also available for adoption. For example, Ryker is a Male Treeing Walker Coonhound that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Treeing Walker Coonhounds like Ryker that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Blue is the name of another German Shorthaired Pointer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Sarg is an adorable Male Treeing Walker Coonhound on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound is 129 out of about 200 dog breeds.
Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
Popularity of Treeing Walker Coonhound
Year | German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank | Treeing Walker Coonhound Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 13 | 101 |
2014 | 12 | 112 |
2015 | 11 | 117 |
2016 | 11 | 137 |
2017 | 10 | 131 |
2018 | 9 | 137 |
2019 | 9 | 129 |
2020 | 9 | 153 |
2021 | 9 | 151 |
Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Treeing Walker Coonhound
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 Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound.
This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
7 health tests are recommended for German Shorthaired Pointer while 4 tests are recommended for the Treeing Walker Coonhound.
Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and in Treeing Walker Coonhounds.
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:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers here.
Treeing Walker Coonhound Health Problems
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Treeing Walker Coonhound 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds for:
You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Treeing Walker Coonhounds here.
Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound
German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds shed moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are very easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
German Shorthaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not easy to train.
Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound
German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
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.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds 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 Treeing Walker Coonhounds?
German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Treeing Walker Coonhound
German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Treeing Walker Coonhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Treeing Walker Coonhound?
German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Treeing Walker Coonhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the German Shorthaired Pointer compares to other breeds aside from the Treeing Walker Coonhound. So, see below the links to the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Beagle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Flat-Coated Retriever German Shorthaired Pointer versus Aussiedoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Whippet German Shorthaired Pointer versus Yorkshire Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Shichon German Shorthaired Pointer versus Norwegian Lundehund German Shorthaired Pointer versus Papillon German Shorthaired Pointer versus Italian Greyhound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Australian Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bouvier des Flandres German Shorthaired Pointer versus Golden Retriever German Shorthaired Pointer versus Spinone Italiano German Shorthaired Pointer versus Portuguese Water Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Lowchen German Shorthaired Pointer versus Swedish Vallhund German Shorthaired Pointer versus Peek A Poo German Shorthaired Pointer versus Akita Chow German Shorthaired Pointer versus Cocker Spaniel German Shorthaired Pointer versus Irish Terrier
Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound. 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 Treeing Walker Coonhound better suits you and your family.