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Name	German Wirehaired Pointer	Scottish Deerhound	Irish Wolfhound
Origins	Germany	Scotland	Ireland
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound breeds.	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	Deerhound	Cu Faoil
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Giant	Giant
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare adult weight ranges.	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	90-150 pounds (40-69 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	92.5 pounds (42 kg)	120 pounds (54.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound height comparison:	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	28-35 inches (71-90 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	30 inches (76 cm)	31.5 inches (80.5 cm)

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Find price differences between these breeds.	$500-$600	$1000-$1200	$1800-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Irish Wolfhound is quite easy to get.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is easiest to train?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most alert?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most protective?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound? Compare temperaments.	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still	Dignified Intelligent Patient Loyal Tempered Sweet Generous Thoughtful
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Irish Wolfhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound social needs comparison:	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Irish Wolfhound 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 Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low to Average: The Irish Wolfhound rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most playful?	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Irish Wolfhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.	It is not recommended to keep the Irish Wolfhound breed in the home.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most flexible?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Irish Wolfhound dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Scottish Deerhound 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.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Irish Wolfhound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which uses mouth most during play?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Irish Wolfhound bite force: The Strongest.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed lives longest?	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years	6-10 years The average lifespan of Irish Wolfhound: 8 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which handles climate changes best?	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 average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has fewer health issues?	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Irish Wolfhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Drug Sensitivity Elbow Dysplasia Osteochondrosis Dissecans Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy Liver Shunt

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which breed is most active?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Irish Wolfhound dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Irish Wolfhound dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which needs most food?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. What colors are available?	White Liver	Gray Blue Brindle	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Wheaten
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Irish Wolfhound requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which drools least?	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Irish Wolfhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Irish Wolfhound has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Wiry	Wiry	Wiry Rough
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which requires most frequent baths?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound? German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or {name3 shedding:	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Irish Wolfhound dogs shed moderately. See more.
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German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best with kids?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound? Which dog is more friendly?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly German Wirehaired Pointer or Scottish Deerhound or Irish Wolfhound?	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Irish Wolfhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound?	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Scottish Deerhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Irish Wolfhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Irish Wolfhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Irish Wolfhounds are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which excels in therapy work?	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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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. 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 German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. 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 German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Irish Wolfhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. 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.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has most puppies?	6-10 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-4 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. What's recommended?	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.

German Wirehaired Pointer vs Scottish Deerhound vs Irish Wolfhound Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1897 as a Hound breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. How are they classified internationally?	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of German Wirehaired Pointer, Scottish Deerhound, and Irish Wolfhound. Which has most recognition?	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 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 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 Irish Wolfhound Club Of America

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