German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison – Which dog is better Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Korthals?

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Name	German Shorthaired Pointer	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origins	Germany	France Netherlands
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Group	Gun Dog	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar	Korthals Korthals Griffon
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between German Shorthaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is the German Shorthaired Pointer bigger than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer smaller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Large Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight comparison:	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer taller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Grooming, Hair and Care Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon coat comparison:	Dense	Rough
Colors What are the original German Shorthaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color comparison:	Roan Liver White Black	Brown Gray Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon grooming comparison:	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Do German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	German Shorthaired Pointers shed moderately. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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 Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality / Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon behavior/temperament comparison:	Affectionate Bold Intelligent Boisterous Cooperative Trainable	Gentle Proud Vigilant Loyal Trainable Intelligent
Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon smarter? Which is best? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon intelligence:	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trainability comparison. What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers are very easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Playfulness German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon playfulness comparison:	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.
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Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointers are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers need for social interaction is average. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are a social breed. See more.
Barking Which dog barks more/less: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average defenders. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Biting Potential Is a German Shorthaired Pointer more dangerous than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Bite Force Which bite is stronger: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon mouthiness comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have an average tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which can be better for hunting?	German Shorthaired Pointers have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List
Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	German Shorthaired Pointers adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffons adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?	German Shorthaired Pointers are average friendly towards strangers.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Shorthaired Pointers do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are generally with other pets.
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers are not cat-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Can a German Shorthaired Pointer and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon be friends? Do German Shorthaired Pointer dogs get along with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	German Shorthaired Pointers are dog-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Yes German Shorthaired Pointers are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Shorthaired 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?	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health Comparison

Health Issues German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:	Gastric Torsion Hypothyroidism Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Osteochondrosis Dissecans Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Pannus Lymphedema Cardiomyopathy Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Ear Infections Ectropion Entropion Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lifespan comparison. How long do German Shorthaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the German Shorthaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
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Hypoallergenic German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Energy Level Who has more energy a German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon energy level comparison:	German Shorthaired Pointers are high-energy dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Shorthaired Pointers need a lot of exercises.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	German Shorthaired Pointers don't need too much sleep.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot
Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Does the German Shorthaired Pointer breed eat more than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed?	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired 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? What's the difference between German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

German Shorthaired 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. 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 Shorthaired Pointer or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	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?	Yes This breed would make an excellent 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 Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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.
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.

German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	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.
Litter Size How many puppies can German Shorthaired Pointer and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have? German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon litter size comparison:	7-12 puppies	6-9 puppies
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German Shorthaired Pointer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Continental Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale National Kennel Club North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc.

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