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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Comparison - Dog breed selector: Korthals or St. Hubert Hound or Bluetick Hound? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bloodhound Bluetick Coonhound
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
St. Hubert Hound
Saint Hubert Hound
Chien de Saint-Hubert
Flemish Hound
Bluetick Hound
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is the smallest dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
Medium Large Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bloodhound? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound weight comparison:
50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 90-110 pounds (41-50 kg), Female: 80-100 pounds (36-45 kg) 45-80 pounds (20-36 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 100 pounds (45.5 kg), Female: 90 pounds (40.5 kg) 62.5 pounds (28 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound height comparison:
20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 23-25 inches (58-63 cm) 20-27 inches (51-69 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55 cm) Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 24 inches (60.5 cm) 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $800-$1200 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Bloodhound is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Bluetick Coonhound is easier than average to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Bloodhound dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound trainability comparison.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Bloodhound dogs are easy to train.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Bloodhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? 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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Bloodhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Stubborn
Independent
Affectionate
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Active
Friendly
Gentle
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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Sensitive: Bluetick Coonhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Bloodhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bluetick Coonhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Bloodhound dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs need for social interaction is average.
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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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Bloodhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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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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Bloodhound dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bluetick Coonhound dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound playfulness comparison:
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The Bloodhound is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Bluetick Coonhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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A lot: Bloodhound is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Bluetick Coonhound is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bloodhound breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Bluetick Coonhound breed.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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.
Average: Bloodhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
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.
Bloodhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bloodhound bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bloodhound has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

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

Health Issues
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Very healthy dog breed.
Bluetick Coonhounds tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Bloat
Epilepsy
Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Ectopic Cilia
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Krabbe's Disease
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.
Rare
The Bloodhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Frequent
The Bluetick Coonhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound lifespan comparison. How long do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Bloodhound and Bluetick Coonhound breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bloodhound: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Bluetick Coonhound: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound?
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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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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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 4 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 5 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bloodhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bluetick Coonhound has an average risk for obesity.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison

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

Medium

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

High 🔼

The Bloodhound has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bloodhound is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The Bluetick Coonhound is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound Good With Comparison

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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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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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Bloodhound or Bluetick Coonhound? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a 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?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

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

Yes

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

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound?

Not really

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

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

Bluetick Coonhound 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.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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 Bloodhound and Bluetick Coonhound have?
6-9 puppies 8-10 puppies 6-8 puppies

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Bloodhound vs Bluetick Coonhound 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 1885 as a Hound breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
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.
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.
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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