German Shorthaired Pointer

Sporting · Large

Yorkshire Terrier

Toy · Small

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Yorkshire Terrier

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

Quick comparison

Best for families

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on good-with-kids rating

Easier to train

German Shorthaired Pointer

Based on trainability rating

Less shedding

Yorkshire Terrier

Based on shedding level

Better for apartments

Yorkshire Terrier

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	Yorkshire Terrier
Size	Large	Small
Height	21–25″	7–8″
Weight	45–70 lbs	4–7 lbs
Lifespan	12–14 yrs	11–15 yrs
Group	Sporting	Toy
Coat type	Short, thick, water-repellent	Long, silky, straight, human-hair-like

Temperament & behavior

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Yorkshire Terrier
Energy level	Very High	Moderate
Trainability	Very High	Moderate
Barking level	Moderate	Very High

Compatibility

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Yorkshire Terrier
Good with kids	High	Low
Good with dogs	High	Moderate
Good with cats	Low	Moderate
Apartment friendly	Very Low	Very High

Care requirements

Trait	German Shorthaired Pointer	Yorkshire Terrier
Shedding	Moderate	Very Low
Grooming needs	Very Low	Very High
Daily exercise	90–120 min	20–40 min
Daily food	2–3 cups	0.25–0.5 cups
Annual cost	$1 400–$2 200	$1 000–$1 800

Temperament