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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Korthals or Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Belgian Tervuren Curly-Coated Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Tervuren No data available
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Belgian Tervuren? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever weight comparison:
50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg), Female: 60-70 pounds (27-32 kg) 65-80 pounds (29-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 72.5 pounds (32.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever height comparison:
20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm) 25-27 inches (63-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55 cm) Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (58.5 cm) 26 inches (66 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $1200-$1400 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Belgian Tervuren is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Curly-Coated Retriever is easier than average to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: Belgian Tervuren 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
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever trainability comparison.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are very easy to train.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Loyal
Attentive
Independent
Sensitive
Intelligent
Lively
Trainable
Clever
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?
Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Belgian Tervuren dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are a social breed.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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The wanderlust potential of the Curly-Coated Retriever 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?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever playfulness comparison:
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Curly-Coated Retrievers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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A lot: Belgian Tervuren is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
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 Belgian Tervuren 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 Curly-Coated Retriever indoors.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Belgian Tervuren dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
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.
Belgian Tervuren 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.
Curly-Coated Retriever 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 vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Belgian Tervuren bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Curly-Coated Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Belgian Tervuren has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
The Belgian Tervuren is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Curly-Coated Retrievers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
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Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Average
The Belgian Tervuren should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Curly-Coated Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Belgian Tervuren and Curly-Coated Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Belgian Tervuren: 13 years
8-12 years
The average lifespan of Curly-Coated Retriever: 10 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?
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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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 Curly-Coated Retriever can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever energy level comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are high-energy dogs.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Belgian Tervuren dogs need a lot of exercises.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
Belgian Tervuren dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Curly-Coated Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 4 to 5 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? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Low to Average: The Belgian Tervuren has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average risk for obesity.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever coat comparison:
Rough Thick
Double
Curly
Colors
What are the original Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Belgian Tervuren and Curly-Coated Retriever color?
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Black
Cream
Fawn
Brindle
Black
Liver
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Belgian Tervuren requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Curly-Coated Retriever doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or {name3 shedding:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Belgian Tervuren dogs shed moderately.
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Curly-Coated Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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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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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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Hypoallergenic
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever 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, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Belgian Tervuren has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Curly-Coated Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Belgian Tervuren is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Curly-Coated Retriever is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Good With Comparison

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

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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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Belgian Tervuren or Curly-Coated Retriever? Which is better for autism?

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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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?

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.

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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever?

Not really

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

Belgian Tervuren breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Curly-Coated Retriever breed usually likes 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.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and Belgian Tervuren and Curly-Coated Retriever have?
6-9 puppies 6-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Belgian Tervuren vs Curly-Coated Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1959 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1924 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers 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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
No data available No data available

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