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Name	Griffon Nivernais	Hygenhund	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound
Origins	France	Norway	Croatia
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Chien de Pays Griffon Nivernais Nivernais Griffon	Hygen Hound	Istrian Rough-coated Hound
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Which is the smallest dog, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Medium	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Hygenhund? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound weight comparison:	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg)	25 to 56 pounds (11-25 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 55 pounds (25 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg)	26.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height Which is taller, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound height comparison:	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	Male: 22-24 inches (55-61 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (54-59 cm)	17-23 inches (43-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	20 inches (50.5 cm)

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$700-$900	$900-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Average: The Hygenhund is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is a commonly available dog breed.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound intelligence:	Smart: The Griffon Nivernais dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Hygenhund dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Smart: The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs have great intelligence. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound trainability comparison.	Griffon Nivernais dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Griffon Nivernais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Hygenhund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Alert Social Bold	Happy Energetic Affectionate Devoted Lively Hard working Herding Possessive	Obedient Devoted Outright Calm
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Slightly Below Average: Griffon Nivernais dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Hygenhund dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound social needs comparison:	Griffon Nivernais dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Hygenhund dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Griffon Nivernais dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Griffon Nivernais dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound playfulness comparison:	The Griffon Nivernais is a playful breed. See more.	The Hygenhund is a highly playful breed. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds don't really like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	A lot: Griffon Nivernais is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Hygenhund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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 Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	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 Griffon Nivernais indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Hygenhund breed in the home.	It is not recommended to keep the Istrian Coarse-haired Hound breed in the home.
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Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Griffon Nivernais dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Hygenhund dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernais 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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Griffon Nivernais bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Hygenhund bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Istrian Coarse-haired Hound bite force: Ordinary.
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 Griffon Nivernais has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Hygenhund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound mouthiness comparison:	Griffon Nivernais dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Hygenhund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernaiss are commonly healthy dogs.	Very healthy dog breed.	Very healthy dog breed.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Joint Dysplasia	No data available	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Griffon Nivernais should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Hygenhund should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound lifespan comparison. How long do Griffon Nivernais, Hygenhund and Istrian Coarse-haired Hound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Griffon Nivernais: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Hygenhund: 13 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Istrian Coarse-haired Hound: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	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 Hygenhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3.5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, 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? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Griffon Nivernais's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Hygenhund has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Istrian Coarse-haired Hound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound coat comparison:	Rough Hard	Rough Straight	Coarse
Colors What are the original Griffon Nivernais, Hygenhund and Istrian Coarse-haired Hound color?	Grizzle Fawn Sable Grey Wolf grey Agouti Grey blue	Red Yellow Chestnut	White & Yellow White & Orange
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound grooming comparison:	Average: The Griffon Nivernais requires average grooming effort. See more.	Advanced: The Hygenhund requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or {name3 shedding:	Griffon Nivernais dogs shed above average. See more.	Hygenhund dogs shed above average. See more.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	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.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Medium ⏺ The Griffon Nivernais has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Hygenhund has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Griffon Nivernais is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Hygenhund is an average drooler. See more.	The Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is an average drooler. See more.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Griffon Nivernais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Hygenhund dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? Which dog is more friendly?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Hygenhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Yes Griffon Nivernais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Hygenhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Istrian Coarse-haired Hound dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Griffon Nivernais is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Hygenhund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Istrian Coarse-haired Hound is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Griffon Nivernaiss are usually recommended for elderly people.	Hygenhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Istrian Coarse-haired Hounds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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: Griffon Nivernais or Hygenhund or Istrian Coarse-haired Hound? 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: Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound?	Not really Griffon Nivernais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Hygenhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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.

Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound 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 Griffon Nivernais and Hygenhund and Istrian Coarse-haired Hound have?	4-8 puppies	4-9 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Griffon Nivernais vs Hygenhund vs Istrian Coarse-haired Hound Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	No data available	No data available

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