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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Short-Haired Collie or English Collie or Korthals? Find the right dog for you

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Name Smooth Collie Rough Collie Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Short-Haired Collie English Collie
Lassie Dog
Long-Haired Collie
Scottish Collie
Collie
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is the smallest dog, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Large Large Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Rough Collie? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight comparison:
Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 kg) Male: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg), Female: 53-65 pounds (24-29 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: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) Male: 67.5 pounds (30.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon height comparison:
Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) Male: 24–26 inch (60–66 cm), Female: 22–24 inch (55–61 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) Male: 25 inches (62.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 22 inches (55 cm)

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is more expensive?
$400-$600 $400-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average: The Smooth Collie is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Rough Collie is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon intelligence:
Very smart: Smooth Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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Very smart: Rough Collie is an excellent dog breed.
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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
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trainability comparison.
Smooth Collie dogs are very easy to train.
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Rough Collie dogs are very 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: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are one of the best 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 Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Smooth Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Rough Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon behavior/temperament comparison:
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: Smooth Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Rough Collie 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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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
High: Smooth Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Rough Collie 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
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Rough Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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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?
Smooth Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Rough Collie dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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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?
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Rough Collie 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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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon playfulness comparison:
The Smooth Collie is a playful breed.
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The Rough Collie is a playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average to High: The Smooth Collie is a vocal breed.
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Low to Average: The Rough Collie 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 Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
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 Smooth Collie 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 Rough Collie indoors.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Smooth Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Rough Collie dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Rough Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Smooth Collie bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Rough Collie 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:

Low 🔽

The Smooth Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Rough Collie 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? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon mouthiness comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Rough Collie 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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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
The Smooth Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Rough Collie 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: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Drug Sensitivity
Collie Eye Anomaly
Gray Collie Syndrome
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Smooth Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Rough Collie 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
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lifespan comparison. How long do Smooth Collie, Rough Collie and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Smooth Collie: 15 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Rough Collie: 15 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: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Rough Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon energy level comparison:
Smooth Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Rough Collie dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Smooth Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Rough Collie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Rough Collie dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
2 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? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Smooth Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Rough Collie has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon coat comparison:
Dense
Thick
Flat
Rough
Soft
Thick
Straight
Harsh
Furry
Rough
Colors
What are the original Smooth Collie, Rough Collie and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color?
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
White
Sable
Merle
Black & White & Tan
Blue & Merle
Blue & Merle & White
Sable & White
White & Merle
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or {name3 shedding:
Smooth Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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Rough Collie dogs are heavy shedders.
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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: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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
Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie 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, Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Medium

The Smooth Collie has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Rough Collie 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 Smooth Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Rough Collie 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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Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Smooth Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Rough Collie dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?
Smooth Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Smooth Collie dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Rough Collie dogs are 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: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Yes
Smooth Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Rough Collie 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
Smooth Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Rough Collie 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?
Smooth Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Rough Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie 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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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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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Smooth Collie or Rough Collie or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is better for autism?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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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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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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

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: Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

Not really

Smooth Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Rough Collie 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.

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie 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 Smooth Collie and Rough Collie and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have?
4-8 puppies 4-8 puppies 6-9 puppies

Smooth Collie vs Rough Collie vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs 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
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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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