Pointer
VS
Afghan Hound
Pointer vs Afghan Hound
Compare Pointer and Afghan Hound 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
Pointer
Afghan Hound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
63 – 74 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
26 – 34 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
5/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
2/5
Health
2/5
5/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
1/5
Barking level
2/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Afghan Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Quiet
Stubborn
Large
Summary
About Pointer
The Pointer is an athletic, elegant gundog known for its distinctive pointing stance and strong scenting skills. Affectionate, sensitive, and people focused, it needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise and mental work. Its short, smooth coat is low maintenance, suiting active, outdoorsy owners.
About Afghan Hound
Ancient sighthound with tall, elegant build and long silky coat needing frequent grooming. Aloof with strangers but affectionate with family, independent and sensitive to harsh handling. Requires calm, positive training, secure exercise, and careful health and coat care.
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