German Shorthaired Pointer

Sporting · Large

Labrador Retriever

Sporting · Large

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Labrador Retriever

Side-by-side comparison of the German Shorthaired Pointer and Labrador Retriever — size, temperament, shedding, trainability, cost, and compatibility ratings.

Quick comparison

Best for families

Labrador Retriever

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Labrador Retriever

Based on apartment-friendly rating

Lower maintenance

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on grooming needs

Longer lifespan

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on average lifespan

Detailed comparison

Physical traits

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Labrador Retriever
Size	Large	Large
Height	21–25″	21.5–24.5″
Weight	45–70 lbs	55–80 lbs
Lifespan	12–14 yrs	11–13 yrs
Group	Sporting	Sporting
Coat type	Short, thick, water-repellent	Double coat, short and dense

Temperament & behavior

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Labrador Retriever
Energy level	Very High	Very High
Trainability	Very High	Very High
Barking level	Moderate	Moderate

Compatibility

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Labrador Retriever
Good with kids	High	Very High
Good with dogs	High	Very High
Good with cats	Low	Moderate
Apartment friendly	Very Low	Low

Care requirements

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Labrador Retriever
Shedding	Moderate	High
Grooming needs	Very Low	Low
Daily exercise	90–120 min	60–120 min
Daily food	2–3 cups	2–3 cups
Annual cost	$1 400–$2 200	$1 500–$2 500

Temperament