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Pointer
VS
Alpine Dachsbracke
Pointer vs Alpine Dachsbracke
Compare Pointer and Alpine Dachsbracke 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
Alpine Dachsbracke
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
61 – 69 cm
34 – 42 cm
Weight
20 – 34 kg
15 – 18 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
2/5
4/5
Grooming needs
1/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Characteristics
Pointer
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Alpine Dachsbracke
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
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 Alpine Dachsbracke
Compact, sturdy Austrian scent hound with a long body, short strong legs and a dense, weather‑resistant red coat. Calm and affectionate at home but driven by a strong hunting instinct, it needs plenty of exercise, nose work and consistent, positive training to thrive.
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