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German Short-haired Pointers are medium-large sized hunting dogs who also make excellent companions. They are loyal, loving, and protective. As long as they get plenty of exercise German Shorthaired Pointers are happy, family friendly dogs that fit right in with families who fill their calendar with lots of doggie-friendly outdoor activities. Full-grown, they typically weigh 45-70 pounds and stand 21-25 inches tall.

German Shorthaired Pointers are generally excellent with children of all ages. Families with other pets, especially small furry kittens, should know that German Short-haired Pointers don’t always distinguish between your pets and animals they want to hunt. They can learn to play nice with your other pets if they are raised around them, but you’ll always want to keep an eye out for aggressive play. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

You know that friend of yours who does triathlons? That’s the German Shorthaired Pointer. They need at least an hour of daily exercise to stay happy. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

The German Short-haired Pointer never needs a raincoat because their hair repels water and keeps them warm in harsh conditions, but their coat does shed quite a bit. The shedding happens seasonally as they prepare their bodies for what nature will be throwing at them next. It’s best to brush them every week or so to keep their coat and skin healthy and to cut down on shedding. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

German Shorthaired Pointers are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. German Short-haired Pointers need room to roam. They do not do well in apartments and prefer homes with big backyards where they can safely play. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.

The Vizsla, pronounced VEESH-la, is a fountain of energy. They can be a challenge to own because they require so much exercise and attention, but they are extremely devoted and loving toward their owners. Choose a Vizsla if you’ve got plenty of time to spend with your new pup. Full-grown, they typically weigh 44-60 pounds and stand 21-24 inches tall.

Vizslas are generally excellent with children of all ages. First and foremost, Vizslas need to live indoors with their human family. If you’ve got cats, you may want to think twice about choosing a Vizsla. They're moderate barkers — they'll alert you when something's up but aren't excessive.

Vizslas are kind of like the Tazmanian Devil but with a much sweeter disposition. They are highly active and will run all over the place chasing anything. They are natural born hunters and would love to accompany you into the field, but they’re also happy going for a long hike, walk, or a trip to the dog park. Overall, their exercise needs are very high.

As trying and time-consuming a Vizsla can be, they give you a break when it comes to maintaining their coat. All you’ll need to do is brush their coat once or twice a week to remove dead hair. You can give them a bath a few times a year, or whenever they’ve played in a particularly attractive mud puddle. Grooming-wise, this breed is low-maintenance.

Vizslas are best suited for a house with a good-sized yard. First and foremost, Vizslas need to live indoors with their human family. They do, however, need a big space to play outside, so it’s important that a Vizsla has a large, safe area where they can run and play off-leash. They are highly trainable and eager to learn.