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

Bearded Collie has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Active
Friendly
Loyal
Responsive
Affectionate
Intelligent
Willful

Active
Lively
Alert
Intelligent
Assertive
Confident

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

Bearded Collies are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a German Wirehaired Pointer if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Bearded Collies make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Germany

Scotland

griffon-type

magyar komondor

Sporting (AKC:1959)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1976 & UKC)

Brown

Blue
Brown

Brown
Isabella

Blue
Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied
Brindle

Blue
Fawn
Brown
Black

German Wirehaired Pointers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bearded Collies are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

German Wirehaired Pointers are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Bearded Collie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Cataracts

Pemphigus
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Corneal Dystrophy

Eye
Hip
Dna For Vwd
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Hip
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
MRI
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

German Wirehaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bearded Collies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Bearded Collie has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Bearded Collies need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

German Wirehaired Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bearded Collies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Bearded Collie minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

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

The Bearded Collie is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Bearded Collie dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Barking, Bird watch, Going on drives, Go to lake

Cuddling, Sniffing

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For German Wirehaired Pointer, it's at least 8 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 Bearded Collie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The German Wirehaired Pointer requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a German Wirehaired Pointer is somewhere $2.50 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Bearded Collie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Pointer is between $74 - $95. This makes an average of $888 - $1140 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 Bearded Collie 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.

German Wirehaired Pointers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bearded Collie is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Bearded Collies can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

German Wirehaired Pointers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Bearded Collies are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

German Wirehaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Bearded Collies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

German Wirehaired Pointers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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