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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Comparison - Dog breed selector: Korthals or Riesenschnauzer or Berger Briard? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Giant Schnauzer Briard
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard breeds.
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Riesenschnauzer Berger Briard
Berger De Brie
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Giant Large
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare adult weight ranges.
50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Males 60-105 pounds (27-48 kg), Female: 55-75 pounds (25-34 kg) 75 pounds (35 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Males 82.5 pounds (37.5 kg), Female: 65 pounds (29.5 kg) 75 pounds (35 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard height comparison:
20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm), Female: 23-26 inches (58-66 cm) Male: 24-27 inches (62-68 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-64 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55 cm) Male: 27 inches (68.5 cm), Female: 24.5 inches (62 cm) Male: 25.5 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (60 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Find price differences between these breeds.
$600-$800 $1000-$1500 $1000-$1200
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Giant Schnauzer is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Briard is easier than average to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed ranks highest?
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Giant Schnauzer dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Briard dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is easiest to train?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are easy to train.
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Briard dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most alert?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Briard dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most protective?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Briard dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard? Compare temperaments.
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Powerful
Intelligent
Dominant
Loyal
Kind
Strong
Willed
Protective
Intelligent
Obedient
Loyal
Fearless
Faithful
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard?
Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level.
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High: Briard dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Briard 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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The wanderlust potential of the Giant Schnauzer is strong enough to escape from home.
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Briard 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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Giant Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Briard 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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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer barks occasionally.
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Average: The Briard barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most playful?
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Briards, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Giant Schnauzer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Briard breed in the home.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most flexible?
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Average: Giant Schnauzer dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Briard dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
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.
Briard 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 Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Briard has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which uses mouth most during play?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Briard dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Giant Schnauzer bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Briard bite force: Ordinary.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Giant Schnauzer: 11 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Briard: 11 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Giant Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Briard can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has fewer health issues?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Giant Schnauzers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Briard is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
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 Giant Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Briard should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Cancer
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Bloat
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which breed is most active?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Briard dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Giant Schnauzer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Briard dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
Giant Schnauzer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Briard dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Briard has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which needs most food?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. What colors are available?
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Black
Pepper
Salt
Black
Gray
Tawny
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Giant Schnauzer requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which drools least?
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Giant Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Briard is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

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

Low 🔽

The Giant Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Briard has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough Wiry Fine
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which requires most frequent baths?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or {name3 shedding:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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Giant Schnauzer dogs shed none to minimal.
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Briard dogs shed moderately.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best with kids?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Briard dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Giant Schnauzer dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Briard dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard? Which dog is more friendly?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Briard dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Briard dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Giant Schnauzer or Briard?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Giant Schnauzer dogs are not dog-friendly.
Briard dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard?
Yes
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Giant Schnauzer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Briard 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
Giant Schnauzer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Briard 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.
Giant Schnauzers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Briards are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

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

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

Briard breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has most military use?

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 Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has most puppies?
6-9 puppies 5-8 puppies 8-10 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. What's recommended?

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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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Giant Schnauzer vs Briard Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1928 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, Giant Schnauzer, and Briard. Which has most recognition?
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.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
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