Comparison: English Pointer and Weimaraner

English Pointer and Weimaraner are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

English Pointer
Photo: jewelforrester, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
Weimaraner
Photo: Jassad415, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
English PointerWeimaraner
FCI group7. Pointing dogs7. Pointing dogs
Country of originUnited KingdomGermany
CategoryLargeLarge
Height at withers57–69 cm59–70 cm
Weight20–34 kg25–40 kg
Life span12–15 years10–12 years
Recognition features
  • Short smooth coat, white with patches
  • Lean, refined build with a high head carriage
  • Distinct stop and fine muzzle
  • Silver-grey coat and pale amber eyes
  • Short smooth or long coat
  • Aristocratic athletic build
CoatShort, dense, smooth and glossy coat.Short or long smooth coat; silver-grey.
PurposeAn English gundog bred to point game birds in the field.A German pointer from Weimar bred by nobility for large game hunting; a versatile gundog.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.