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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Bareeru or Korthals or Cao De Agua? Find the right dog for you

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Name Azawakh Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Portuguese Water Dog
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Group Hunting Dogs Gun Dog Working Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Bareeru
Hanshee
Oska
Rawondu
Tuareg Sloughi
Wulo
Idi
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Cao De Agua
Portie
Water Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog weight comparison:
Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 42-55 pounds (19-25 kg), Female: 35-49 pounds (16-22 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 44–55 pounds (20–25 kg), Female: 33–44 pounds (15–20 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 48.5 pounds (22 kg), Female: 42 pounds (19 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog height comparison:
Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 20-22 inches (50-57 cm), Female: 17-20 inches (43-52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25–29 inches (64–74 cm), Female: 24–28 inches (60–70 cm) 22 inches (55 cm) Male: 21 inches (53.5 cm), Female: 18.5 inches (47.5 cm)

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $600-$800 $2500-$2800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Portuguese Water Dog is quite easy to get.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Portuguese Water Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog trainability comparison.
Azawakh dogs are quite easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Azawakh dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Azawakh dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average defenders.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Aloof
Affectionate
Loyal
Attentive
Refined
Fierce
Rugged
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Intelligent
Docile
Obedient
Brave
Impetuous
Quarrelsome
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Azawakh dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Average to High: Azawakh dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Portuguese Water Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog social needs comparison:
Azawakh dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Azawakh dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Azawakh dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog playfulness comparison:
Average: Azawakhs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Low to Average: The Azawakh rarely barks.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Portuguese Water Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Very house-friendly dog the Azawakh breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
Apartment-friendly dog the Portuguese Water Dog breed.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Azawakh dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
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.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Azawakh bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Portuguese Water Dog bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Azawakh has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog mouthiness comparison:
Azawakh dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?
The Azawakh is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Portuguese Water Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Heart Problems
Skin Allergies
Anesthesia Sensitivity
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Eosinophilic Myositus
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Lacerations
Seizures
Wobbler's Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Entropion
Ectropion
Distichiasis
Persistent Pupillary Membranes
Addison's Disease
Megaesophagus
Irritable Bowel Disease (ibd)
Abnormally Small Eyes
GM-1 Storage Disease
Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Colitis
Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis
Lymphangiectasia
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Azawakh should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Portuguese Water Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Azawakh, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Portuguese Water Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Azawakh: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dog: 12 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?
Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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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.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Portuguese Water Dog can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog energy level comparison:
Azawakh dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Azawakh dogs have an average exercise need.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Azawakh dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Azawakh has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog coat comparison:
Smooth Rough Curly
Colors
What are the original Azawakh, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Portuguese Water Dog color?
Black
Gray
Blue
White
Brown
Brindle
Golden
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Black
White
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Azawakh requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Portuguese Water Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or {name3 shedding:
Azawakh dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Portuguese Water Dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Medium

The Azawakh has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Portuguese Water Dog has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Azawakh is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Portuguese Water Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Azawakh dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Azawakh dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Azawakh dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Azawakh dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog?
Azawakh dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?
No
Azawakh dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Portuguese Water Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Azawakh is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Portuguese Water Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Azawakhs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.
Portuguese Water Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Azawakh or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Portuguese Water Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog?

Not really

Azawakh breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Portuguese Water Dog breed usually likes being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Azawakh and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Portuguese Water Dog have?
4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies 4-8 puppies

Azawakh vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available 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 Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Kennel Club

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