Broholmer
VS
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Broholmer vs German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Compare Broholmer and German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Broholmer
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
65 – 75 cm
58 – 66 cm
Weight
40 – 70 kg
20 – 32 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
5/5
Trainability
3/5
5/5
Health
4/5
2/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Broholmer
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Broholmer
The Broholmer is a large, calm Danish mastiff-type guardian, devoted to its family and home. Steady, watchful, and typically gentle, it needs moderate exercise, mental stimulation, and close companionship. Still rare outside Scandinavia, breeding emphasizes health and stable temperament.
About German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
The German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) is a medium‑large, athletic gundog with a short, shedding coat and striking liver-and-white patterns. Energetic, people-focused and intelligent, it needs extensive daily exercise, positive training, and close family contact to stay calm and content.
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