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Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: American Brittany or Korthals or American Brown Spaniel? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel breeds.
American Brittany
Brittany Spaniel
Epagneul Breton
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 35-40 pounds (16-18 kg), Females: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Females: 35 pounds (16 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel? Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel height comparison:
Male: 17-21 inches (43-53 cm), Female: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm) 15-18 inches (36-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 19 inches (48 cm), Female: 19 inches (48.5 cm) 22 inches (55 cm) 16.5 inches (41 cm)

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Find price differences between these breeds.
$700-$800 $600-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Brittany is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed ranks highest?
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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is easiest to train?
Brittany dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most alert?
Brittany dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most protective?
Brittany dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel? Compare temperaments.
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Social
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
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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Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel?
High: Brittany 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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High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel social needs comparison:
Brittany dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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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The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Brittany barks occasionally.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most playful?
The Brittany is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most flexible?
Brittany 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel?
Brittany dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Brittany has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which uses mouth most during play?
Brittany 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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American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Brittany bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Brittany: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which handles climate changes best?
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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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 warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has fewer health issues?
The Brittany 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 American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which breed is most active?
Brittany dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Brittany dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel?
Brittany dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Brittany 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 American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which needs most food?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. What colors are available?
White
Orange
Liver
Roan
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which requires most maintenance?
Easy to groom: The Brittany doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which drools least?
The Brittany 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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The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Brittany has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Rough Curly
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel? Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or {name3 shedding:
Brittany dogs are low shedders.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best with kids?
Brittany dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Brittany dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel?
Brittany dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Brittany or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or American Water Spaniel?
Brittany dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel?
Yes
Brittany 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
American Water Spaniel 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
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Water Spaniel 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.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

Brittany 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

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has most military use?

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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has most puppies?
1-11 puppies, average 6 6-9 puppies 4-6 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. What's recommended?

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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Brittany vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs American Water Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. How are they classified internationally?
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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Brittany, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, and American Water Spaniel. Which has most recognition?
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
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
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
United Kennel Club

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