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Name	Welsh Terrier	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon	German Wirehaired Pointer
Origins	Wales	France Netherlands	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Welshie	Korthals Korthals Griffon	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Small	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight comparison:	Male: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg), Female: 18-23 pounds (8-10 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 20.5 pounds (9 kg), Female: 20.5 pounds (9 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer height comparison:	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$500-$600
Availability Which is easier to get, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Frequent: The Welsh Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer trainability comparison.	Welsh Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Welsh Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Independent Alert Intelligent Friendly Spirited	Intelligent Loyal Gentle Trainable Proud Vigilant	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Welsh Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Average to High: Welsh Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Welsh Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Welsh Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Welsh Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	A lot: Welsh Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Apartment-friendly dog the Welsh Terrier breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Welsh Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Welsh Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Welsh Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Skin Irritation	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Welsh Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Welsh Terrier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and German Wirehaired Pointer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Welsh Terrier: 12 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer energy level comparison:	Welsh Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Welsh Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Welsh Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer coat comparison:	Wiry Soft Waterproof	Rough	Wiry
Colors What are the original Welsh Terrier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and German Wirehaired Pointer color?	Black Tan Grizzle	Gray Brown Chestnut	White Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Welsh Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or {name3 shedding:	Welsh Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Welsh Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Welsh Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Welsh Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Welsh Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer?	Welsh Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Yes Welsh Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Welsh Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Welsh Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Welsh Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer?	Not really Welsh Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Welsh Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and German Wirehaired Pointer have?	4-6 puppies	6-9 puppies	6-10 puppies
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Welsh Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc. The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America

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