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Name	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon	German Wirehaired Pointer	German Shorthaired Pointer
Origins	France Netherlands	Germany	Germany
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Korthals Korthals Griffon	Drahthaar German Pointer Vorstehund Deutscher Drahthaariger	Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund Kurzhaar Deutsch Kurzhaar GSP Dog
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is the smallest dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Medium	Medium	Large Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Wirehaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight comparison:	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)	60-70 pounds (27-32 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 pounds (25 kg)	65 pounds (29.5 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer height comparison:	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)	Male: 24-26 inches (60-67 cm), Female: 22-24 inches (56-62 cm)	Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	22 inches (55 cm)	Male: 25 inches (63.5 cm), Female: 23 inches (59 cm)	Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$500-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Wirehaired Pointer is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer intelligence:	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.	Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Trainability Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer trainability comparison.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are easy to train. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? 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. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer behavior/temperament comparison:	Intelligent Loyal Gentle Trainable Proud Vigilant	Active Intelligent Friendly Responsive Affectionate Loyal Willful	Intelligent Affectionate Trainable Bold Cooperative Boisterous
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	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.	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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer social needs comparison:	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
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. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
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. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer playfulness comparison:	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Wirehaired Pointer breed.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	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.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Wirehaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
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 German Wirehaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer mouthiness comparison:	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Wirehaired Pointers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion	Hip Dysplasia Ear Infections Eye Diseases Skin Diseases	Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Entropion Osteochondrosis Dissecans Cardiomyopathy Pannus Gastric Torsion Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) Lymphedema
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.	Frequent The German Wirehaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Rare The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer lifespan comparison. How long do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	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.	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 warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer energy level comparison:	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer coat comparison:	Rough	Wiry	Dense
Colors What are the original Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, German Wirehaired Pointer and German Shorthaired Pointer color?	Gray Brown Chestnut	White Liver	Black White Liver Roan Copper
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer grooming comparison:	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The German Wirehaired Pointer requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Wirehaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The German Shorthaired Pointer 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. See more.	The German Wirehaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which dog is more friendly?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer?	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Yes Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Wirehaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes German Shorthaired Pointer 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 German Wirehaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No German Shorthaired Pointer 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.	German Wirehaired Pointers are commonly okay with elderly people.	German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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. See more.	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 Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or German Wirehaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Which is better for autism?	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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	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.	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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer?	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Wirehaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	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.
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 German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and German Wirehaired Pointer and German Shorthaired Pointer have?	6-9 puppies	6-10 puppies	7-12 puppies
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs German Wirehaired Pointer vs German Shorthaired Pointer 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 Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 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.	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.
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 Dog Registry of America Inc. 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 Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc. The German Wirehaired Pointer Club of America	American Kennel Club Canadian Kennel Club Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain Australian National Kennel Council New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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