Breed Comparison: German Longhaired Pointer Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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German Longhaired Pointer Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 German Longhaired Pointer and for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

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

German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview

A very important difference between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The German Longhaired Pointer is a large-sized dog while the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are Sporting Dogs. This means both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.

German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the German Longhaired Pointer to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Factor German Longhaired Pointer Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Life Span 11 to 14 years 10 to 14 years
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 2/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Height 23 to 28 inches 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Weight 60 to 71 pounds 50 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.5 years 12.0 years
Price Range No Data $1000 – $1800
Average Price No Data $1320
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the German Longhaired Pointer 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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 the German Longhaired Pointer is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 83 out of 125.

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

    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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very easy to train.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    German Longhaired Pointers weigh 60 to 71 pounds when fully grown. German Longhaired Pointers are 23 to 28 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons weigh 50 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is between 11 to 14 years. The average lifespan of German Longhaired Pointers is 12.5 years.

    The lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is 12.0 years.

    German Longhaired Pointers live longer than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Tolerates Being Alone: German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    German Longhaired Pointers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    German Longhaired Pointers drool moderately.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the German Longhaired Pointer Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons 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.

    Do German Longhaired Pointers Bark and Howl? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: German Longhaired Pointer vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

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

    Can German Longhaired Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    German Longhaired Pointers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers get along very well with other dogs.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are German Longhaired Pointers good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are German Longhaired Pointers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    German Longhaired Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers are very easy to train.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.

    Is the German Longhaired Pointer Better for Apartment Owners than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the German Longhaired Pointer or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    German Longhaired Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the German Longhaired Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the German Longhaired 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 Longhaired Pointer:

  • Aussiedoodle (78 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Aussiedoodle.
  • Black Mouth Cur (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Black Mouth Cur.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with German Longhaired Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Boxerdoodle.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon:

  • English Springer Spaniel (82 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (81 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the German Longhaired Pointer vs Flat-Coated Retriever.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    German Longhaired Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Akita     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pomapoo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Lowchen     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pyredoodle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Australian Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Norwich Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Yorkipoo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Finnish Lapphund     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus American Water Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Kai Ken     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Miniature Pinscher     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Tibetan Mastiff     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bouvier des Flandres     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Xoloitzcuintli     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Australian Shepherd     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Borzoi     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus German Shepherd Dog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Kooikerhondje     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cavachon     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Kooikerhondje     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Silky Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     

    Conclusion: German Longhaired Pointer versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. 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 German Longhaired Pointer and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon better suits you and your family.