Large Münsterländer
A large long-haired black-and-white pointing dog, the Large Münsterländer is gentle, reliable and very attached to its family.
Large Münsterländer vs Small Münsterländer
Side by side
| Trait | Large Münsterländer | Small Münsterländer |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Pointing dogs | Pointing dogs |
| Size | Large | Medium |
| Weight | 25–30 kg | 18–26 kg |
| Height at withers | 58–65 cm | 50–56 cm |
| Life expectancy | 11–13 years | 12–14 years |
| Energy | ||
| With children | ||
| With other dogs | ||
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| Grooming needs | ||
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| Heat tolerance | ||
| Apartment | Not recommended | Not recommended |
Key differences
- Heavier: Large Münsterländer (about 27.5 kg vs 22 kg on average)
- Taller: Large Münsterländer (about 61.5 cm vs 53 cm on average)
Gaps counted as key differences: more than 20% in average weight, more than 10% in average height, at least 2 years in average life expectancy, or at least 2 points on a rating.
Which one is right for you?
A quick guide based on the ratings above. Every dog is an individual: spend time with the breed and talk to breeders, rescue organisations or a veterinarian before deciding.
- Apartment living
- Both are similarBased on apartment suitability and energy.
- Family with children
- Both are similarBased on behaviour with children.
- First-time owner
- Both are similarBased on trainability, energy and grooming needs.
- Hot climate
- Small Münsterländer is the better fitBased on heat tolerance.
- Active owner
- Both are similarBased on energy level.
Meet the two breeds
Small Münsterländer
A versatile, affectionate German pointing dog, the Small Münsterländer is lively, intelligent and easy to live with in a family.