Last Updated: Jun 20, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Pekingese: Introduction
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese: Overview
- German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
- The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
- Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
- Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
- Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
- Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Pekingese
- Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Pekingese
- Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Pekingese
- The Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
- The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Pekingese
- Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Pekingeses?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese?
- Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
- Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
- Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese
- How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Pekingeses?
- Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
- Do German Shorthaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Pekingeses?
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Pekingese
- Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese. Which One is a Better Pet?
German Shorthaired Pointer Versus Pekingese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese? 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese 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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese.
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 Pekingese.
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German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese: Overview
A very important difference between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer is a medium-sized dog while the Pekingese 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 Pekingese 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 Pekingese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the German Shorthaired Pointer to the Pekingese 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 Pekingese
Factor | German Shorthaired Pointer | Pekingese |
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Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 1/5 | 5/5 |
Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Height | 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 1 inch tall at the sho | 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 2/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 3/5 |
Weight | 45 to 70 pounds | 7 to 14 pounds |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 1/5 |
Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 1/5 | 3/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 4/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
Average Price | $1140 | $1880 |
Price Range | $800 – $1300 | $1300 – $2200 |
Temperament Score | 78.1 percent | 93.3 percent |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | |
Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds | 10 | 87 |
Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) | 17 | 73 |
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 Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 77 out of 125.
Despite the higher Better-Pet score of the Pekingese, we still believe that the German Shorthaired Pointer is a better pet than the Pekingese.
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!
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The Most Remarkable Differences Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
Below is a list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese are most different:
The Similarities Between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
The German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese are most similar:
Size Comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese.
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 Pekingese weighs 7 to 14 pounds when fully grown. The Pekingese is 6 to 9 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
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Appearance (Colors) of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese
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
Pekingese Colors
The Pekingese comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- White / Cream
- Black
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Apricot / Beige
- Brown / Chocolate
- Sable
- Brindle
- Golden
The Pekingese comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- White / Cream
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Brown / Chocolate
Lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
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 Pekingese is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of the Pekingese is 13.5 years.
The Pekingese lives as long as the German Shorthaired Pointer.
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Temperament of the German Shorthaired Pointer Versus the Pekingese
The Pekingese has a better temperament than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
This is because the temperament score for the Pekingese is 93.3 percent while the temperament score for the German Shorthaired Pointer is 78.1 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 93.3 percent, the Pekingese has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.
The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the German Shorthaired Pointer and the Pekingese by measuring the temperaments of 137 German Shorthaired Pointers and 15 Pekingeses.
Price of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Price of Pekingese
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 Pekingese puppy is $1880. The price of the Pekingese typically ranges from $1300 – $2200. However, the price of the Pekingese can be as low as $500 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 222 Pekingese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Pekingese is more expensive than the German Shorthaired Pointer.
German Shorthaired Pointer | Pekingese | |
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Average Price | $1140 | $1880 |
Price Range | $800 to $1300 | $1300 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the German Shorthaired Pointer and Pekingese. For different price points, the charts show how many German Shorthaired Pointer puppies or how many Pekingese puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
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A breakdown of the prices of German Shorthaired Pointers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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A breakdown of the prices of Pekingeses
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the German Shorthaired Pointer puppy or the Pekingese 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.
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Adopting the German Shorthaired Pointer versus Adopting the Pekingese
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many German Shorthaired Pointers and many Pekingeses 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, Pekingeses are also available for adoption. For example, 5969 Forrest is a Male Pekingese that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Pekingeses like 5969 Forrest that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
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Rodney is the name of another German Shorthaired Pointer (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Gabriel is an adorable Male Pekingese on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
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You can find more German Shorthaired Pointers and Pekingeses that are available for adoption on petfinder.
The Intelligence of the German Shorthaired Pointer versus the Intelligence of the Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointer | Pekingese | |
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Intelligence Rank | 17 out of 130 dog breeds | 73 out of 130 dog breeds |
Trainability | Tend To Learn New Commands After 5 To 15 Repetitions | Tend To Learn New Commands After 80 To 100 Repetitions Or More! |
Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.
According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:
Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.
This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.
To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.
Prof. Coren found that the German Shorthaired Pointer has an obedience intelligence rank of 17 out of 130 dog breeds. The German Shorthaired Pointer belongs to the `Excellent Working Dogs` category. This means that German Shorthaired Pointers tend to learn new commands after 5 to 15 repetitions.
The Pekingese has an obedience intelligence rank of 73 out of 130 dog breeds. The Pekingese belongs to the `Lowest Degree of Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Pekingeses tend to learn new commands after 80 to 100 repetitions or more!.
The German Shorthaired Pointer is more intelligent than the Pekingese.
However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.
The Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer versus Popularity of Pekingese
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 Pekingese over the years.
Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Shorthaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Pekingese. 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 Pekingese is 87 out of about 200 dog breeds.
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Popularity of German Shorthaired Pointer
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Popularity of Pekingese
Year | German Shorthaired Pointer Popularity Rank | Pekingese Popularity Rank |
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2013 | 13 | 77 |
2014 | 12 | 82 |
2015 | 11 | 80 |
2016 | 11 | 93 |
2017 | 10 | 88 |
2018 | 9 | 92 |
2019 | 9 | 83 |
2020 | 9 | 95 |
2021 | 9 | 94 |
Tolerates Being Alone: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.
Pekingeses can be left alone only for a short time.
Do German Shorthaired Pointers shed more than Pekingeses?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pekingeses shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to groom.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.
Pekingeses do not get along well with other dogs.
Are German Shorthaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Pekingeses?
German Shorthaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pekingeses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Pekingese?
German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train.
Pekingeses are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pekingeses do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are German Shorthaired Pointers and Pekingeses?
German Shorthaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Pekingeses do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Does the German Shorthaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pekingese?
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.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses?
German Shorthaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.
Pekingeses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can German Shorthaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pekingeses Tolerate Cold Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pekingeses can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: German Shorthaired Pointer vs. Pekingese
German Shorthaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingeses Tolerate Hot Weather?
German Shorthaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.
Pekingeses cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Is the German Shorthaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Pekingese?
German Shorthaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
Pekingeses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Shorthaired Pointer or the Pekingese?
German Shorthaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Pekingeses 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 Pekingese. So, see below the links to the comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer to other breeds:
German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pharaoh Hound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Berger Picard German Shorthaired Pointer versus Lakeland Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Treeing Walker Coonhound German Shorthaired Pointer versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Miniature Schnauzer German Shorthaired Pointer versus American Eskimo Dog German Shorthaired Pointer versus Curly-Coated Retriever German Shorthaired Pointer versus Neapolitan Mastiff German Shorthaired Pointer versus Goldendoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Boxerdoodle German Shorthaired Pointer versus Bullmastiff German Shorthaired Pointer versus Kuvasz German Shorthaired Pointer versus German Shorthaired Pointer German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mudi German Shorthaired Pointer versus Border Terrier German Shorthaired Pointer versus Mal Shi
Conclusion: German Shorthaired Pointer versus Pekingese. 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 Pekingese better suits you and your family.