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

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

Active
Friendly
Intelligent
Loving
Affectionate
Good-natured
Protective

Calm
Selfish
Controlled
Outright
Tempered
Independent

Australian Shepherds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Pudelpointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Choose an Australian Shepherd 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.

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

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Basque Shepherd

Poodle, English Pointer

Herding (AKC:1991 & UKC)

Gun Dog (UKC)

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Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

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Brown

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Red
Blue

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Australian Shepherds have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Pudelpointers have medium-length coats.

An Australian Shepherd can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pudelpointer can have a litter of 9-11 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Australian Shepherds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Pudelpointers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cataract
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia
CEA
Von Willebrand's Disease

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Distichiasis
Deafness
OCD
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Entropion
Ectropion

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Hip
Blood
Hearing

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Australian Shepherds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Australian Shepherds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pudelpointers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Australian Shepherd minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Pudelpointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Australian Shepherd dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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

Australian Shepherd 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.

While Pudelpointer dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Go to Beach, Walk, Frisbee, Hike, Backpacking, High Five, Speak, Walking, Petting, Sniffing, Tug-of-war, Play, Run, Chase, Jogging, Being chased, Tug of war, Running, Walks, Fetch, Sticks, Toys, Fetching, Napping, Kissing, Jumping, Heel, Squirrel gazing, Stare, Greet humans

Hunt, Hiking, Kayaking, Hunting

Australian Shepherds are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Pudelpointers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Shepherd, it's at least 14 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 Pudelpointer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Australian Shepherds usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pudelpointers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Australian Shepherd requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Pudelpointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) Australian Shepherd feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 44-66 pound (20 - 30 kg) Pudelpointer feed 2.1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Pudelpointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Australian Shepherds are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Australian Shepherds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Australian Shepherds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Australian Shepherds are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Pudelpointers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Australian Shepherds are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Pudelpointers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The Australian Shepherd is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Pudelpointers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.