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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Lab or Field or Korthals? Find the right dog for you

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Name Labrador Retriever Field Spaniel Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Lab
Labrador
Field Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is the smallest dog, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Large Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Field Spaniel? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight comparison:
Male: 60-75 pounds (27-34kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg) 35-50 pounds (16-22.5 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg) 42.5 pounds (16-22.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon height comparison:
Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) 18 inches (46 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) 18 inches (46 cm) 22 inches (55 cm)

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is more expensive?
$1000-$2000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Very frequent: The Labrador Retriever is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Field Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon intelligence:
Outstanding: Labrador Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Smart: The Field Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trainability comparison.
Labrador Retriever dogs are very easy to train.
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Field Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Field Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Labrador Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Field Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful
Sensitive
Docile
Sociable
Adaptable
Familiar
Cautious
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Labrador Retriever dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Slightly Below Average: Labrador Retriever dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Field Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Field Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Labrador Retriever dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Field Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Labrador Retriever dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Field Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon playfulness comparison:
The Labrador Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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The Field Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average: The Labrador Retriever barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Field Spaniel rarely barks.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
It is not recommended to keep the Labrador Retriever breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the Field Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Labrador Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Field Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Field Spaniel 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.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Labrador Retriever bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Field Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Moderate

The Labrador Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Field Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon mouthiness comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Field Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
The Labrador Retriever is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Field Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Epilepsy
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Acute Moist Dermatitis
Cold Tail
Myopathy
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Heart Problems
Autoimmune Hypothyroidism
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Labrador Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Field Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lifespan comparison. How long do Labrador Retriever, Field Spaniel and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Labrador Retriever: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Field Spaniel: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon energy level comparison:
Labrador Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Labrador Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Field Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.
Field Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Labrador Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Field Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon coat comparison:
Dense
Waterproof
Hard
Short
Dense
Silky
Waterproof
Rough
Colors
What are the original Labrador Retriever, Field Spaniel and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color?
Black
Yellow
Chocolate
Black
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Labrador Retriever requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Field Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Labrador Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Field Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

High 🔼

The Labrador Retriever has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Field Spaniel 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?
The Labrador Retriever is an average drooler.
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The Field Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Labrador Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Field Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Labrador Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Field Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Yes
Labrador Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Field Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Labrador Retriever is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Field Spaniel 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?
Labrador Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Field Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Labrador Retriever or Field Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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.

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.

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: Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Yes

Labrador Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Field Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Labrador Retriever and Field Spaniel and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have?
5-10 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies

Labrador Retriever vs Field Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1917 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1894 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 Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing 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 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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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