Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison – Which dog is better Staff or Korthals?

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Name	Staffordshire Bull Terrier	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origins	England	France Netherlands
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What other names are these breeds known by?	Staff Stafford Staffy Bull Staffy	Korthals Korthals Griffon
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Medium	Medium
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is heavier?	Males 25-38 pounds (11-17 kg), Female: 23-35 pounds (10-16 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Males 31.5 pounds (14 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier taller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed costs more?	$1500-$2000	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Very frequent: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare training requirements.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare alertness levels.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare territorial behaviors.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How do their temperaments differ?	Courageous Intelligent Affectionate Reliable Bold Fearless	Intelligent Loyal Gentle Trainable Proud Vigilant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	High: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	The wanderlust potential of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which can be better for hunting?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier barks none to minimal. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare play drive and energy.	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare average lifespans.	12-14 years The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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.	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. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is healthier?	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average The Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:	Cataracts Distichiasis Mastocytoma Persistent Hyperplastic Primary Vitreous	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare activity levels.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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: Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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.
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Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare obesity risks.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Which eats more: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare daily food needs.	1 to 1.5 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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors What color variations exist for Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare breed colors.	Black Red Blue White Fawn Brindle	Gray Brown Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maintenance needs.	Effortless: The Staffordshire Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare drooling amounts.	The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is an average drooler. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare natural smell levels.	Medium ⏺ The Staffordshire Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare fur types.	Smooth	Rough
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare bathing frequencies.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Do Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare kid-friendliness.	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Staffordshire Bull Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Can a Staffordshire Bull Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon be friends? Do Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs get along with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Staffordshire Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Yes Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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?	Staffordshire Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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.
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Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Staffordshire Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Staffordshire Bull Terrier or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has stronger military background?	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has larger litters?	5-7 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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.

Staffordshire Bull Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1974 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Bull type Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Staffordshire Bull Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is more widely recognized?	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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