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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Drahthaar or Korthals? Find the right dog for you

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Name Brittany German Wirehaired Pointer Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Drahthaar
German Pointer
Vorstehund
Deutscher Drahthaariger
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is the smallest dog, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight comparison:
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm) 22 inches (55 cm)

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is more expensive?
$700-$800 $500-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon intelligence:
Very smart: Brittany is an excellent dog breed.
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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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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trainability comparison.
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Wirehaired Pointer 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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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon behavior/temperament comparison:
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Active
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Willful
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Brittany dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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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: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
High: Brittany dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Brittany is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Brittany dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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German Wirehaired Pointer 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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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon playfulness comparison:
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Brittany indoors.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Brittany dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon mouthiness comparison:
Brittany dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than 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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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
The Brittany is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Eye Diseases
Skin Diseases
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Brittany should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The German Wirehaired Pointer 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.
Life Expectancy
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lifespan comparison. How long do Brittany, German Wirehaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Brittany can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 3 to 4 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Brittany has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer 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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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon coat comparison:
Feathered Wiry Rough
Colors
What are the original Brittany, German Wirehaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
White
Liver
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon grooming comparison:
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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, Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Brittany is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a 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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Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

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

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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: Brittany or German Wirehaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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: Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Not really

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

German Wirehaired Pointer 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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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.

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Brittany and German Wirehaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have?
1-11 puppies, average 6 6-10 puppies 6-9 puppies

Brittany vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
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. 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.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United 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
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

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