German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
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Griffon Nivernais
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh) and Griffon Nivernais 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
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
58 – 66 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
20 – 32 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
5/5
4/5
Intelligence
5/5
4/5
Trainability
5/5
3/5
Health
2/5
3/5
Grooming needs
1/5
1/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
German Shorthaired Pointer (Vorsteh)
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
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.
About Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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