Active
Amiable
Kind
Intelligent
Affectionate
Outright
Tempered
Loyal

Active
Playful
Loving
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Aggressive

Pointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Bully-Tzus are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

England

United States

Pointer, Hound, Newfoundland Dog, Setter, Bulldog

Shih Tzu and Bulldog

1600s

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black

Black
Brown
White
Isabella

Brown
White
Black

Pointers have short coats.

Bully-Tzus are known for their coat length.

A Pointer can have a litter of 12-15 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 Bully-Tzu can have a litter of 4-5 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.

The Pointer is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

Bully-Tzus 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

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Hip Dysplasia
Reverse Sneezing

Bloat
Congenital Heart Defect
Eye Conditions

Allergies

Cardiac
Hip
Heart
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic Tests

Pointer has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bully-Tzu has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Pointers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bully-Tzus are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

Bully-Tzus are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Bully-Tzu dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pointer, it's at least 12 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 Bully-Tzu, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Pointers usually need at least 45 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 Bully-Tzus usually need at least 20 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 Pointer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Bully-Tzus require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pointer should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Bully-Tzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) Pointer feed 2.5 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 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Bully-Tzu feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Pointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The Pointer is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bully-Tzus make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Pointers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bully-Tzus are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pointers are not cat friendly.

Bully-Tzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Pointers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bully-Tzus are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Bully-Tzus are not known for being a highly playful breed.

The 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.

Bully-Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.