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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison – Which dog is better Hungarian Pointer or Korthals?

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Name Vizsla Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare different names used for Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What other names are these breeds known by?
Hungarian Pointer
Hungarian Short-Haired Pointer
Magyar Vizsla
Rövidszőrű Magyar Vizsla
Hungarian Vizsla
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Breed Classification
Compare breed classifications between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.
Purebred Purebred

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Which is bigger: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare size differences between these breeds.
Large Medium
Weight Statistics
Compare weight ranges between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is heavier?
Male: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg), Female: 40-55 pounds (18-25 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg), Female: 47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is a Vizsla taller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Male: 22-26 inches (56-66 cm), Female: 20-24 inches (51-61 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 24 inches (61 cm), Female: 22 inches (56 cm) 22 inches (55 cm)

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy prices between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed costs more?
$800-$1200 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Very frequent: The Vizsla is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Which is smarter: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.
Very smart: Vizsla 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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Training Difficulty
Which is easier to train: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare training requirements.
Vizsla dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Which makes a better watchdog: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare alertness levels.
Vizsla dogs are average watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Which is more protective: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare territorial behaviors.
Vizsla dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
Compare personalities of a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How do their temperaments differ?
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willing
Evenly Tempered
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Sensitive: Vizsla 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: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
High: Vizsla 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
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:
Vizsla 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? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Vizsla 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? What's the difference between Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which can be better for hunting?
Vizsla dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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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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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Which breed barks more: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare vocalization tendencies.
Average: The Vizsla barks occasionally.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Which breed is more playful: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare play drive and energy.
The Vizsla is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Which is better for apartments: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare living space needs.
It is not recommended to keep the Vizsla breed in the home.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Which adapts better to changes: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare adaptability levels.
Vizsla 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Vizsla 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.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Which has lower bite risk: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare biting tendencies.

Low 🔽

The Vizsla has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Which is more mouthy: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare mouthing behaviors.
Vizsla dogs have a higher than 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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Bite Strength Rating
Which has a stronger bite: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare bite force PSI.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Vizsla bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Which lives longer: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare average lifespans.
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Vizsla: 12 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Which handles weather better: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare climate tolerances.
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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare common health issues between a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is healthier?
The Vizsla 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.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average
The Vizsla 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.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Epilepsy
Sebaceous Adenitis
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Which breed is more energetic: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare activity levels.
Vizsla dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Vizsla dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Vizsla dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Which gains weight easier: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare obesity risks.
Low to Average: The Vizsla has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Which eats more: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare daily food needs.
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.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Which is more hypoallergenic: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare allergy friendliness.
No See more. Yes See more.
Coat Colors
What color variations exist for Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare breed colors.
Golden
Rust
Russet Gold
Dark Sandy Gold
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Grooming Requirements
Which needs more grooming: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maintenance needs.
Effortless: The Vizsla requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Which drools more: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare drooling amounts.
The Vizsla 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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Stinkiness Rating
Which has less odor: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare natural smell levels.

Medium

The Vizsla 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 Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare fur types.
Fine
Dense
Hard
Coarse
Short
No Undercoat
Rough
Bathing Needs
Which needs more baths: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare bathing frequencies.
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Do Vizsla dogs shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?
Vizsla dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Which is better with children: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare kid-friendliness.
Vizsla dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Vizsla dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Vizsla or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Can a Vizsla and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon be friends? Do Vizsla dogs get along with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?
Vizsla dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is best for first time owners: Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Yes
Vizsla 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
Vizsla 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?
Vizslas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Which makes a better service dog: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare service capabilities.

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 Work Suitability
Which is better for therapy work: a Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare therapy capabilities.

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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Scent Detection Ability
Which is better at detection work: a Vizsla 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 Vizsla 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 Vizsla or a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare maritime abilities.

Yes

Vizsla breed usually likes 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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Draft Work Capability
Which is better at pulling: a Vizsla 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.
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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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Military Service Background
Compare military history between Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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.

Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare litter sizes between Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has larger litters?
6-8 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare pregnancy duration between Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds.
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding frequencies between Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which needs longer recovery?

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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Vizsla vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC classifications of Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups do they belong to?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1960 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI classifications of Vizsla and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which groups are they in?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare kennel club recognition between Vizsla 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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