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Name	German Pinscher	Manchester Terrier	Wire Fox Terrier
Origins	Germany	England	England
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Group	Working Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	136	135	99
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Glatthaariger Pinscher Standard Pinscher	English Toy Terrier Black and Tan Manchester	Foxie Wire Hair Fox Terrier Wirehaired Terrier Wire Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Manchester Terrier? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight comparison:	25-35 pounds (11-16 kg)	Toy: 6-8 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17-18 pounds (7.7-8 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	30 pounds (13.5 kg)	Toy: 7 pounds (2.5-3.5 kg), Standard: 17.5 pounds (7.7.5 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier height comparison:	16-19 inches (41-48 cm)	Toy: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Standard: 15-16 inches (39-40 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	17.5 inches (44.5 cm)	Toy: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Standard: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1400-$1600	$600-$1000	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Manchester Terrier is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Smart: The Manchester Terrier dogs have great intelligence. 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 German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	German Pinscher dogs are easy to train. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Loving Courageous Lively Outright Tempered Spirited Familiar	Active Alert Intelligent Loyal Devoted Quiet Discerning	Alert Intelligent Friendly Quick Bold Fearless Keen
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Manchester Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Wire Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Manchester Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier 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?	German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	The German Pinscher is a playful breed. See more.	The Manchester Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Manchester Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	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 German Pinscher indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Manchester Terrier breed.	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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Manchester Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Manchester Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Manchester Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
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 German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Manchester Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.	Manchester Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Wire Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	No data available	No data available	Legg-perthes Disease Eye Problems Epilepsy Deafness Arthritis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Manchester Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Wire Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Manchester Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Manchester Terrier: 15 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. 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.

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.	Manchester Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Manchester Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.	Manchester Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier?	2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Manchester Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

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

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier 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: German Pinscher or Manchester Terrier or Wire Fox Terrier? 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: German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier?	Not really German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Manchester Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wire Fox Terrier 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.

German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier 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 German Pinscher and Manchester Terrier and Wire Fox Terrier have?	6-8 puppies	2-4 puppies	4-6 puppies
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German Pinscher vs Manchester Terrier vs Wire Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Terrier & Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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	No data available	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 Club Espanol De Terriers

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