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

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

Aloof
Strong
Willed
Courageous
Protective
Stubborn
Loyal

Affectionate
Bold
Intelligent
Boisterous
Cooperative
Trainable

Choose a Tibetan Mastiff 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.

German Shorthaired Pointers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Tibet

Germany

Tibetan Wolves, Mastiff

german bird dog, spanish pointers, bloodhounds

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American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
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Ancient Times

1600s

Working (AKC:2007)
Guardian Dogs (UKC)

Working (AKC:1930)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Blue
Red

Brown
Black
White
Pied

Tibetan Mastiffs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

German Shorthaired Pointers have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Tibetan Mastiff can have a litter of 10-14 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 German Shorthaired Pointer can have a litter of 12-14 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.

Tibetan Mastiffs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

German Shorthaired Pointers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Tibetan Mastiffs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

German Shorthaired Pointers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

Epilepsy
Hyperthyroidism

Entropion
Cherry Eye
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hemivertebrae
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Acral Mutation Syndrome
Lupoid Dermatitis

Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Dna Test For Vwd
(Blood)
Skeletal
Skin Scraping

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

German Shorthaired Pointers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

Tibetan Mastiffs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

German Shorthaired Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Tibetan Mastiff excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

German Shorthaired Pointer has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

Tibetan Mastiff dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Tibetan Mastiff 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 German Shorthaired Pointer dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Tibetan Mastiffs 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.

German Shorthaired Pointers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tibetan Mastiff, it's at least 8 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 German Shorthaired Pointer, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tibetan Mastiffs 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.

In general most German Shorthaired Pointers 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.

The Tibetan Mastiff requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The German Shorthaired Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-160 pound (45 - 73 kg) Tibetan Mastiff feed 4 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 55-70 pound (25 - 32 kg) German Shorthaired Pointer feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tibetan Mastiff is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a German Shorthaired Pointer is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tibetan Mastiff is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a German Shorthaired Pointer is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Tibetan Mastiffs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

German Shorthaired Pointer is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Tibetan Mastiffs are not the best choice for families with kids.

German Shorthaired Pointers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat friendly.

Tibetan Mastiffs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Tibetan Mastiffs are not very stranger friendly.

German Shorthaired Pointers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Tibetan Mastiffs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

German Shorthaired Pointers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Tibetan Mastiffs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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