Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Comparison – Which dog is better Chien de Pays or Italian Coarsehaired Pointer?

"Find similarities and differences between Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano" Compare Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which is better: Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano?

Size and Weight Price and Availability Trainability and Intelligence Personality and Temperament Activity and Playfulness Adaptability and Independence Bite Characteristics Health and Lifespan Energy and Activity Diet and Weight Management Allergies and Grooming Good With As a Working Dog Reproducibility Recognition Show differences only

Name	Griffon Nivernais	Spinone Italiano
Origins	France	Italy
All Dog Breeds By Country Of Origin
Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
Popularity Rank	432	111
Reviews	0	0
User Ratings

Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. What other names are these breeds known by?	Chien de Pays Griffon Nivernais Nivernais Griffon	Italian Coarsehaired Pointer Italian Griffon Italian Wire-Haired Pointer Spinone Italian Spinone
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Cross Breed	Purebred

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano. Which breed is heavier?	44-55 pounds (20-25 kg)	Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 50-70 pounds (22-31 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	49.5 pounds (22.5 kg)	Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 60 pounds (26.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano? Is a Griffon Nivernais taller than a Spinone Italiano?	Male: 22-24 inches (55-62 cm), Female: 21-24 inches (54-60 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58 cm), Female: 22 inches (56.5 cm)	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano. Which breed costs more?	$600-$800	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Frequent: The Spinone Italiano is easier than average to get.

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Smart: The Griffon Nivernais dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare training requirements.	Griffon Nivernais dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare alertness levels.	Griffon Nivernais dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare territorial behaviors.	Griffon Nivernais dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano. How do their temperaments differ?	Happy Alert Social Bold	Friendly Docile Affectionate Patient Loyal Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Spinone Italiano dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano?	Slightly Below Average: Griffon Nivernais dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	Average to High: Spinone Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano social needs comparison:	Griffon Nivernais dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano?	Griffon Nivernais dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Spinone Italiano 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? What's the difference between Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano? Which can be better for hunting?	Griffon Nivernais dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare vocalization tendencies.	A lot: Griffon Nivernais is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Spinone Italiano rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare play drive and energy.	The Griffon Nivernais is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Spinone Italianos, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare living space needs.	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 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 Spinone Italiano indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare adaptability levels.	Griffon Nivernais dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Spinone Italiano dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano?	Griffon Nivernais dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Spinone Italiano dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Griffon Nivernais has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Spinone Italiano has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Griffon Nivernais dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Griffon Nivernais bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Spinone Italiano bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Griffon Nivernais: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Spinone Italiano: 13 years
Calculate dog years to human years by breed here
Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare climate tolerances.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano. Which breed is healthier?	Griffon Nivernaiss are commonly healthy dogs.	The Spinone Italiano is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano?	Rare The Griffon Nivernais should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Spinone Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Joint Dysplasia	Bloat Cerebellar Ataxia

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Griffon Nivernais's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare daily food needs.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano? Compare breed colors.	Grizzle Fawn Sable Grey Wolf grey Agouti Grey blue	White Brown Orange Roan
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare maintenance needs.	Average: The Griffon Nivernais requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Spinone Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare drooling amounts.	The Griffon Nivernais is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Spinone Italiano is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Griffon Nivernais has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Spinone Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano? Compare fur types.	Rough Hard	Wiry
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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 Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano? Do Griffon Nivernais dogs shed more than Spinone Italiano dogs?	Griffon Nivernais dogs shed above average. See more.	Spinone Italiano dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare kid-friendliness.	Griffon Nivernais dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Griffon Nivernais dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Spinone Italiano dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano? Which dog is more friendly?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Griffon Nivernais or Spinone Italiano? Can a Griffon Nivernais and a Spinone Italiano be friends? Do Griffon Nivernais dogs get along with Spinone Italiano dogs?	Griffon Nivernais dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Spinone Italiano dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano?	Yes Griffon Nivernais dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Spinone Italiano dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Griffon Nivernais is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Spinone Italiano 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.	Spinone Italianos are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare service capabilities.	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.
Most Popular Service Dog Breeds
Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare therapy capabilities.	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
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare scenting abilities.	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 Which is better for search and rescue: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare SAR abilities.	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 Which is better on boats: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Griffon Nivernais breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Spinone Italiano breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Griffon Nivernais or a Spinone Italiano? Compare draft work capabilities.	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 history between Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which has stronger military background?	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 Spinone Italiano Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which has larger litters?	4-8 puppies	4-8 puppies
Dog Name Generator – Find A Perfect Name For Your Puppy
Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which groups do they belong to?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2000 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Griffon Nivernais and Spinone Italiano. Which is more widely recognized?	Dog Registry of America Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. United Kennel Club	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. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

Popular Dog Compares

Despite the best intentions, there may be errors. If you find one, please let us know and we will fix it as soon as possible. Contact us here.

Rate This Comparsion - Griffon Nivernais vs Spinone Italiano

Reviews