Differences and Similarities between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear.

Last Updated: Jun 20, 2022

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German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Coton de Tulear: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear. 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 Coton de Tulear.

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 Coton de Tulear.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear: Overview

A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Coton de Tulear is a tiny-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 Coton de Tulear belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear

FactorGerman Shorthaired PointerCoton de Tulear
Adapts Well To Apartment Living1/55/5
Tolerates Being Alone1/51/5
Height1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder
Life Span12 to 15 years14 to 16 years
Good For Novice Owners2/54/5
Tolerates Cold Weather2/53/5
Does NOT Shed4/55/5
Does NOT Drool4/55/5
Friendly Toward Strangers3/55/5
General Health3/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight3/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl3/54/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/54/5
Easygoing2/51/5
Tolerates Hot Weather4/53/5
Dog Friendly4/55/5
Does NOT chew on things2/53/5
Weight45 to 70 pounds8 to 13 pounds
Affectionate With Family5/55/5
Kid-Friendly5/55/5
Easy To Groom5/52/5
Easy To Train5/53/5
Intelligence5/54/5
Low Prey Drive1/55/5
Tendency NOT to Wander1/53/5
NOT Rambunctious1/53/5
Minimal Exercise Needs1/53/5
Potential For Playfulness5/55/5
Average Lifespan13.5 years15.0 years
Average Price$1140$1980
Price Range$800 – $1300$1600 – $2400
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
  • Cardiac Exam
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds1075
    *Data from AKC.org (The American Kennel Club),dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (The American Temperament Test Society)

    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 Coton de Tulear. 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 Coton de Tulear is 94 out of 125.

    Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Coton de Tulear, we still believe that the German Shorthaired Pointer is a better pet than the Coton de Tulear.

    This is because German Shorthaired Pointers are much cuter but you cannot put a score on cuteness. If you could put a score on cuteness, then the German Shorthaired Pointer will come out on top.

    Also, we are biased in favor of the German Shorthaired Pointer :-). We are for the German Shorthaired Pointer. So get a German Shorthaired Pointer!

    German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear

    Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear are most different:

  • German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living. However, Coton de Tulears adapt well to apartment living.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom. However, Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • German Shorthaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets. However, Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear

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

  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear are very playful.
  • Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear.

    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 Coton de Tulear weighs 8 to 13 pounds when fully grown. The Coton de Tulear is 8 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Size of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Size of Coton de Tulear

    Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear

    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

    Coton de Tulear Colors

    The Coton de Tulear comes in the following beautiful primary colors:

    • White / Cream
    • Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn

    The Coton de Tulear comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:

      Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

      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 Coton de Tulear is between 14 to 16 years. The average lifespan of the Coton de Tulear is 15.0 years.

      The Coton de Tulear lives longer than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

      German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

      Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Coton de Tulear

      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 Coton de Tulear puppy is $1980. The price of the Coton de Tulear typically ranges from $1600 – $2400. However, the price of the Coton de Tulear can be as low as $550 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 253 Coton de Tulear puppies listed for sale from various sources.

      The Coton de Tulear is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.

      German Shorthaired Pointer Coton de Tulear
      Average Price $1140 $1980
      Price Range $800 to $1300 $1600 to $2400

      The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Coton de Tulear. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulears

      A breakdown of the prices of Coton de Tulears

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

      German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

      Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Coton de Tulear

      You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shorthaired Pointers and many Coton de Tulears 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 Blue that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable German Shorthaired Pointers like Blue on pefinder.com.

      Also, like German Shorthaired Pointers, Coton de Tulears are also available for adoption. For example, Jalo is a Male Coton de Tulear that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Coton de Tulears like Jalo that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

      The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

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

      You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers and Coton de Tulears that are available for adoption on petfinder.

      The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Coton de Tulear

      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 Coton de Tulear over the years.

      Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Coton de Tulear. 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 Coton de Tulear is 75 out of about 200 dog breeds.

      Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

      Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer

      Popularity of Coton de Tulear

      Popularity of Coton de Tulear

      Year German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank Coton de Tulear Popularity Rank
      2013 13 no data
      2014 12 31.0
      2015 11 85.0
      2016 11 80.0
      2017 10 81.0
      2018 9 81.0
      2019 9 81.0
      2020 9 80.0
      2021 9 83.0

      Health Problems of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Health Problems of Coton de Tulear

      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 Coton de Tulear 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 Coton de Tulear.

      This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Shorthaired Pointer than for the Coton de Tulear.

      7 health tests are recommended for German Shorthaired Pointer while 3 tests are recommended for the Coton de Tulear.

      Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and in Coton de Tulears.

      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:

    • 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

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Shorthaired Pointers here.

      Coton de Tulear Health Problems

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

    • Cardiac Exam
    • Eye Examination
    • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Coton de Tulears here.

      More Discussions on Health Problems in German Shorthaired Pointers and Coton de Tulears

      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 Shorthaired Pointer Breed is Cone Degeneration problems.

      This is because the German Shorthaired Pointer ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Cone Degeneration problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1475 German Shorthaired Pointers, 1 of them had Cone Degeneration problems.

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

    • Cone Degeneration problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
    • Shoulder problems: Rank 12 out of 22 Dog Breeds
    • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 42 out of 71 Dog Breeds
    • Degenerative Myelopathy problems: Rank 55 out of 70 Dog Breeds
    • Thyroid problems: Rank 68 out of 115 Dog Breeds
    • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 69 out of 159 Dog Breeds
    • Eyes problems: Rank 118 out of 182 Dog Breeds
    • Elbow problems: Rank 121 out of 144 Dog Breeds
    • Hips problems: Rank 174 out of 198 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 Coton de Tulear Breed is Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems.

      This is because the Coton de Tulear ranks 1 out of 2 dog breeds for Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 51 Coton de Tulears, 47 of them had Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems.

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

    • Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems: Rank 1 out of 2 Dog Breeds
    • Chondrodystrophy (Cddy) problems: Rank 2 out of 5 Dog Breeds
    • Patella problems: Rank 36 out of 145 Dog Breeds
    • Thyroid problems: Rank 61 out of 115 Dog Breeds
    • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 71 out of 159 Dog Breeds
    • Elbow problems: Rank 103 out of 144 Dog Breeds
    • Hips problems: Rank 121 out of 198 Dog Breeds
    • Eyes problems: Rank 168 out of 182 Dog Breeds

    • The table below lists the common health problems in German Shorthaired Pointer and in Coton de Tulear and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Coton de Tulear:

      Disease German Shorthaired Pointer Rank Coton de Tulear Rank
      Cone Degeneration problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
      Shoulder problems 12 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
      Advanced Cardiac problems 42 out of 71 dog breeds Not Common
      Degenerative Myelopathy problems 55 out of 70 dog breeds Not Common
      Thyroid problems 68 out of 115 dog breeds 61 out of 115 dog breeds
      Congenital Cardiac problems 69 out of 159 dog breeds 71 out of 159 dog breeds
      Eyes problems 118 out of 182 dog breeds 168 out of 182 dog breeds
      Elbow problems 121 out of 144 dog breeds 103 out of 144 dog breeds
      Hips problems 174 out of 198 dog breeds 121 out of 198 dog breeds
      Chondrodysplasia (Cdpa) problems Not Common 1 out of 2 dog breeds
      Chondrodystrophy (Cddy) problems Not Common 2 out of 5 dog breeds
      Patella problems Not Common 36 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 Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear

      German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

      Coton de Tulears do not like to be left alone.

      Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Coton de Tulears?

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

      Coton de Tulears do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

      Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Coton de Tulear?

      German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

      Coton de Tulears require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

      Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Coton de Tulear?

      German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

      Coton de Tulears get along very well with other dogs.

      Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Coton de Tulears?

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

      Coton de Tulears are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

      Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Coton de Tulear?

      German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.

      Coton de Tulears are fairly easy to train.

      Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Coton de Tulear

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

      Coton de Tulears do have a very low tendency to drool.

      How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Coton de Tulears?

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

      Coton de Tulears get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

      Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Coton de Tulear?

      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.

      Coton de Tulears have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.

      Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Coton de Tulears?

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

      Coton de Tulears are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

      Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Coton de Tulears Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

      Coton de Tulears can moderately tolerate cold weather.

      Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Coton de Tulear

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

      Coton de Tulears 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 Coton de Tulears Tolerate Hot Weather?

      German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

      Coton de Tulears can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

      Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Coton de Tulear?

      German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

      Coton de Tulears adapt very well to apartment living.

      Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Coton de Tulear?

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

      Coton de Tulears are very good 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 Coton de Tulear. So, see below the links to the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:

      German Shorthaired Pointer versus Greyhound     German Shorthaired Pointer versus English Setter     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Jack Russell Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Scottish Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Patterdale Terrier     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Chow Chow     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Doberman Pinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pug     German Shorthaired Pointer versus German Pinscher     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Samoyed     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Leonberger     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Siberian Husky     German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bernedoodle     

      Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Coton de Tulear. 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 Coton de Tulear better suits you and your family.