Is the Dogo Argentino Better than the German Wirehaired Pointer as a Pet? Answer…

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Dogo Argentino Versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Dogo Argentino and for the German Wirehaired Pointer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Dogo Argentino or the German Wirehaired Pointer

Dogo Argentino versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Overview

Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are similar in size. The Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are both large-sized dogs.

Furthermore, both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Dogo Argentino versus German Wirehaired Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Dogo Argentino to the German Wirehaired Pointer based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Dogo Argentino German Wirehaired Pointer
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 2/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 3/5
Height 23 to 27 inches 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Weight 80 to 100 pounds 60 to 70 pounds
Life Span 9 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $2510 $990
Price Range $1500 – $2500 $800 – $1200
Temperament Score 89.5 percent 77.8 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- any age, yearly if in a breeding program
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 93 65

    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Dogo Argentino in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the German Wirehaired Pointer. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Dogo Argentino is 67 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a German Wirehaired Pointer is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the German Wirehaired Pointer is a better pet than the Dogo Argentino. So, you should get the German Wirehaired Pointer!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer

    The Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are most similar:

  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are very easy to groom.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Dogo Argentino versus German Wirehaired Pointer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer.

    Dogo Argentinos weigh 80 to 100 pounds when fully grown. Dogo Argentinos are 23 to 27 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, German Wirehaired Pointers weigh 60 to 70 pounds when fully grown. German Wirehaired Pointers are 1 foot, 10 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Dogo Argentino Versus the German Wirehaired Pointer

    The Dogo Argentino has a better temperament than the German Wirehaired Pointer.

    This is because the temperament score for the Dogo Argentino is 89.5 percent while the temperament score for the German Wirehaired Pointer is 77.8 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 89.5 percent, the Dogo Argentino has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 77.8 percent, the German Wirehaired Pointer has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer by measuring the temperaments of 19 Dogo Argentinos and 18 German Wirehaired Pointers.

    Price of Dogo Argentino versus Price of German Wirehaired Pointer

    The average price of the Dogo Argentino puppy is $2510. The price of the Dogo Argentino typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of a Dogo Argentino can be as low as $400 and as high as $6800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 114 Dogo Argentino puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the German Wirehaired Pointer puppy is $990. The price of the German Wirehaired Pointer typically ranges from $800 – $1200. However, the price of a German Wirehaired Pointer can be as low as $250 and as high as $1500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 83 German Wirehaired Pointer puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Dogo Argentino is more expensive than the German Wirehaired Pointer.

    Dogo Argentino German Wirehaired Pointer
    Average Price $2510 $990
    Price Range $1500 to $2500 $800 to $1200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Dogo Argentino and German Wirehaired Pointer. For different price points, the charts show how many Dogo Argentino puppies or how many German Wirehaired Pointer puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Dogo Argentinos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Dogo Argentinos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of German Wirehaired Pointers

    A breakdown of the prices of German Wirehaired Pointers

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Dogo Argentino puppy or the German Wirehaired Pointer puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Dogo Argentino versus Adopting the German Wirehaired Pointer

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Dogo Argentinos and many German Wirehaired Pointers are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Dogo Argentino named Max that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Dogo Argentinos like Max on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Dogo Argentinos, German Wirehaired Pointers are also available for adoption. For example, Ranger is a Male German Wirehaired Pointer that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more German Wirehaired Pointers like Ranger that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Max is the name of another Dogo Argentino (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    Also A061907, an adorable Male German Wirehaired Pointer on petfinder.com that you can adopt.

    Dogo Argentinos and German Wirehaired Pointers are always available for adoption. Images from petfinder.com

    You can find more Dogo Argentinos and German Wirehaired Pointers that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Dogo Argentino versus Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the German Wirehaired Pointer is more popular with dog owners than the Dogo Argentino. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the German Wirehaired Pointer is 65 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Dogo Argentino is 93 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Dogo Argentino

    Popularity of Dogo Argentino

    Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Popularity of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Year Dogo Argentino Popularity Rank German Wirehaired Pointer Popularity Rank
    2020 93.0 60
    2013 no data 71
    2014 no data 71
    2015 no data 68
    2016 no data 64
    2017 no data 62
    2018 no data 63
    2019 no data 63

    Health Problems of Dogo Argentino versus Health Problems of German Wirehaired Pointer

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. Therefore, there is nothing like a perfect puppy.

    Both the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the German Wirehaired Pointer is prone to more genetic health problems than the Dogo Argentino.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the German Wirehaired Pointer than for the Dogo Argentino.

    3 health tests are recommended for Dogo Argentino while 6 tests are recommended for the German Wirehaired Pointer.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Dogo Argentinos and in German Wirehaired Pointers.

    Dogo Argentino Health Problems

    Dogo Argentinos are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Dogo Argentino puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Dogo Argentino puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Dogo Argentino breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Dogo Argentinos for:

  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Dogo Argentinos here.

    German Wirehaired Pointer Health Problems

    German Wirehaired Pointers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing German Wirehaired Pointer puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a German Wirehaired Pointer puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your German Wirehaired Pointer breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen German Wirehaired Pointers for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- any age, yearly if in a breeding program
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for German Wirehaired Pointers here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Dogo Argentinos and German Wirehaired Pointers

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Dogo Argentino Breed is Baer Hearing Test problems.

    This is because the Dogo Argentino ranks 3 out of 21 dog breeds for Baer Hearing Test problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 105 Dogo Argentinos, 3 of them had Baer Hearing Test problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Dogo Argentinos, and how common these diseases are in Dogo Argentinos relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 3 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 16 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 85 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the German Wirehaired Pointer Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the German Wirehaired Pointer ranks 14 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 1161 German Wirehaired Pointers, 107 of them had Thyroid problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in German Wirehaired Pointers, and how common these diseases are in German Wirehaired Pointers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 14 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 35 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Advanced Cardiac problems: Rank 37 out of 71 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 87 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 126 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 128 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Dogo Argentino and in German Wirehaired Pointer and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer:

    Disease Dogo Argentino Rank German Wirehaired Pointer Rank
    Baer Hearing Test problems 3 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 16 out of 198 dog breeds 126 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 85 out of 144 dog breeds 87 out of 144 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 14 out of 115 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems Not Common 35 out of 159 dog breeds
    Advanced Cardiac problems Not Common 37 out of 71 dog breeds
    Eyes problems Not Common 128 out of 182 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Is the Dogo Argentino Better for Apartment Owners than the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos do not adapt well to apartment living.

    German Wirehaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Dogo Argentino or the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    German Wirehaired Pointers are OK for new dog owners.

    Do Dogo Argentinos shed more than German Wirehaired Pointers?

    Dogo Argentinos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    German Wirehaired Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Dogo Argentino versus German Wirehaired Pointer

    Dogo Argentinos do not like to be left alone.

    German Wirehaired Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Can Dogo Argentinos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Dogo Argentinos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    German Wirehaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    How Kid-friendly are Dogo Argentinos and German Wirehaired Pointers?

    Dogo Argentinos do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Dogo Argentino or the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos do not get along well with other dogs.

    German Wirehaired Pointers get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Is the Dogo Argentino Easier to Train than the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos are not easy to train.

    German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Do Dogo Argentinos Bark and Howl? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?

    Dogo Argentinos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    German Wirehaired Pointers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Which one drools more, the Dogo Argentino or the German Wirehaired Pointer

    Dogo Argentinos drool moderately.

    German Wirehaired Pointers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Can Dogo Argentinos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can German Wirehaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Dogo Argentinos can tolerate hot weather.

    German Wirehaired Pointers can tolerate hot weather.

    Are Dogo Argentinos good family dogs? What about German Wirehaired Pointers?

    Dogo Argentinos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    German Wirehaired Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Dogo Argentino or the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos are very easy to groom.

    German Wirehaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Wanderlust Potential: Dogo Argentino vs. German Wirehaired Pointer

    Dogo Argentinos have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    German Wirehaired Pointers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Does the Dogo Argentino Have a Higher Prey Drive than the German Wirehaired Pointer?

    Dogo Argentinos have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    German Wirehaired Pointers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Dogo Argentino

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Dogo Argentino that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Dogo Argentino:

  • American Bulldog (78 percent match with Dogo Argentino). Here is our comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer vs American Bulldog.
  • Fila Brasileiro (80 percent match with Dogo Argentino). Here is our comparison of the German Wirehaired Pointer vs Fila Brasileiro.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Wirehaired Pointer that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the German Wirehaired Pointer:

  • Australian Kelpie (81 percent match with German Wirehaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dogo Argentino vs Australian Kelpie.
  • German Pinscher (83 percent match with German Wirehaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Dogo Argentino vs German Pinscher.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Dogo Argentino and how the German Wirehaired Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Dogo Argentino and of the German Wirehaired Pointer to other breeds:

    Dogo Argentino Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Dogo Argentino versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Dogo Argentino versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Dogo Argentino versus English Cocker Spaniel     Dogo Argentino versus Australian Terrier     Dogo Argentino versus Australian Kelpie     Dogo Argentino versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Dogo Argentino versus Papillon     Dogo Argentino versus Cockapoo     Dogo Argentino versus Bearded Collie     Dogo Argentino versus Redbone Coonhound     

    German Wirehaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    German Wirehaired Pointer versus Barbet     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Great Dane     German Wirehaired Pointer versus German Shepherd Dog     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Bloodhound     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Belgian Malinois     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Japanese Chin     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Maltese     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Golden Retriever     German Wirehaired Pointer versus Shetland Sheepdog     

    Conclusion: Dogo Argentino versus German Wirehaired Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Dogo Argentino and the German Wirehaired Pointer better suits you and your family.