Differences and Similarities between the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

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Norwich Terrier Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview

A very important difference between the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Norwich Terrier is a tiny-sized dog while the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Norwich Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs 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.

Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Factor Norwich Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 1/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight Up to 12 pounds 50 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $2140 $1320
Price Range $1500 – $2650 $1000 – $1800
Temperament Score 73.3 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation
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  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 102 67
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 38 46

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier is 83 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 not better or worse than the Norwich Terrier. So, you can get the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or the Norwich Terrier!

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Below is a list of where the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are most different:

  • Norwich Terriers adapt well to apartment living. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.

    • The Similarities Between the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very easy to train.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Norwich Terriers weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Norwich Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The lifespan of Norwich Terriers is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Norwich Terriers is 12.0 years.

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

    Temperament of the Norwich Terrier Versus the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a better temperament than the Norwich Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Norwich Terrier is 73.3 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 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 73.3 percent, the Norwich Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 100.0 percent, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon by measuring the temperaments of 15 Norwich Terriers and 2 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Price of Norwich Terrier versus Price of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The average price of the Norwich Terrier puppy is $2140. The price of the Norwich Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2650. However, the price of a Norwich Terrier can be as low as $1200 and as high as $4500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 14 Norwich Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon puppy is $1320. The price of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can be as low as $300 and as high as $2825. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 62 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Norwich Terrier is more expensive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Norwich Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
    Average Price $2140 $1320
    Price Range $1500 to $2650 $1000 to $1800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Norwich Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. For different price points, the charts show how many Norwich Terrier puppies or how many Wirehaired Pointing Griffon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Norwich Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Norwich Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons

    A breakdown of the prices of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Norwich Terrier puppy or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

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

    The Intelligence of the Norwich Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Norwich Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
    Intelligence Rank 38 out of 130 dog breeds 46 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 15 To 25 Repetitions Tend To Learn New Commands After 25 To 40 Repetitions

    Professor Stanley Coren, the famous psychology/neuropsychological professor and, dog lover/trainer measured and ranked the intelligence of about 130 different dog breeds.

    According to Prof. Stanley Coren, the total intelligence that a dog demonstrates is the addition of three types of intelligence. These intelligence types are:

  • Instinctive Intelligence: This is the natural intelligence a dog has because of what the dog was bred for. This type of intelligence comes from instinct. For example, dog breeds that were bred for guarding will have high `guarding` instinctive intelligence, while dog breeds that were bred for hunting will what high `hunting` instinctive intelligence. However, you cannot compare the intelligence of dog breeds based on instinctive intelligence because such a comparison will not make sense.
  • Adaptive Intelligence (learning and problem-solving ability): This indicates what a dog can learn to do for himself or herself. It includes learning and benefiting from experience with his environment, solving new problems, and so forth. Adaptive intelligence is specific to each dog, and not breed specific. Thus, two dogs can have remarkably different levels of adaptive intelligence even if they are of the same breed.
  • Working/Obedience Intelligence: This intelligence is the closest to what we might call school-learning ability and it is based upon what the dog can learn to do when instructed by humans. Importantly, different dog breeds have different learning abilities. Also, science has shown that some dog breeds can learn faster than some other breeds. This means certain dog breeds tend to have higher working/obedience intelligence than some other breeds. Dogs with high Working/Obedience Intelligence are smart and easy to train.

    • Prof. Coren showed that the Working/Obedience Intelligence of different dog breeds can be measured reliably. Thus, he was able to rank different dog breeds based on their Working/Obedience Intelligence.

    This is important because according to Prof. Coren, 51 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from its genes while 49 percent of a dog`s intelligence comes from the dog`s environmental circumstances.

    To rank the intelligence of dog breeds, Prof. Coren employed the help of 208 dog obedience judges in North America to fill out a detailed survey on dog obedience. This number represented more than half of all of these judges in North America at the time. He also employed 63 veterinarians and 14 guard dog experts to collect data on the personality of different dog breeds.

    Prof. Coren found that the Norwich Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 38 out of 130 dog breeds. The Norwich Terrier belongs to the `Above Average Working Dogs` category. This means that Norwich Terriers tend to learn new commands after 15 to 25 repetitions.

    The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an obedience intelligence rank of 46 out of 130 dog breeds. The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon belongs to the `Average Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to learn new commands after 25 to 40 repetitions.

    The Norwich Terrier is more intelligent than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    However, Prof. Coren noted that a dog should not be judged based on its intelligence alone, that other factors such as sociability, adorability, and compatibility with the owner are other very important factors that new dog owners need to consider when deciding on a new dog.

    The Popularity of Norwich Terrier versus Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    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 Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is more popular with dog owners than the Norwich Terrier. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 67 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Norwich Terrier is 102 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Popularity of Norwich Terrier

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Year Norwich Terrier Popularity Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Popularity Rank
    2013 89 80
    2014 97 76
    2015 103 66
    2016 103 66
    2017 105 65
    2018 108 65
    2019 102 62
    2020 109 63

    Health Problems of Norwich Terrier versus Health Problems of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

    Both the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is prone to more genetic health problems than the Norwich Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon than for the Norwich Terrier.

    3 health tests are recommended for Norwich Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Norwich Terriers and in Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Norwich Terrier Health Problems

    Norwich Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terriers for:

  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Patellar Luxation

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Norwich Terriers here.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health Problems

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons for:

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia

    • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Wirehaired Pointing Griffons here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Norwich Terriers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons

    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 Norwich Terrier Breed is Dentition Database problems.

    This is because the Norwich Terrier ranks 2 out of 49 dog breeds for Dentition Database problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 64 Norwich Terriers, 27 of them had Dentition Database problems.

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

  • Dentition Database problems: Rank 2 out of 49 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 13 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 22 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 86 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 94 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 109 out of 182 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Breed is Thyroid problems.

    This is because the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon ranks 21 out of 115 dog breeds for Thyroid problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 285 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons, 21 of them had Thyroid problems.

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

  • Thyroid problems: Rank 21 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 71 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 132 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 152 out of 182 Dog Breeds

    • The table below lists the common health problems in Norwich Terrier and in Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon:

    Disease Norwich Terrier Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Rank
    Dentition Database problems 2 out of 49 dog breeds Not Common
    Primary Lens Luxation problems 13 out of 17 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 22 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Hips problems 86 out of 198 dog breeds 132 out of 198 dog breeds
    Elbow problems 94 out of 144 dog breeds 71 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 109 out of 182 dog breeds 152 out of 182 dog breeds
    Thyroid problems Not Common 21 out of 115 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Norwich Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Norwich Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Norwich Terriers shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Norwich Terriers 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 Norwich Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Norwich Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Norwich Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Norwich Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers 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 Norwich Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Norwich Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Norwich Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Norwich Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Norwich Terrier vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Norwich Terriers 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 Norwich Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Norwich Terriers can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Norwich Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Norwich Terriers good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Norwich Terriers 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 Norwich Terriers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Norwich Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Norwich Terrier Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers are very easy to train.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.

    Is the Norwich Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Norwich Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Norwich Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Norwich Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier:

  • Cavachon (78 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Cavachon.
  • English Cocker Spaniel (81 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Lowchen (78 percent match with Norwich Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Lowchen.

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

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Norwich Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Norwich Terrier versus Cairn Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Norwich Terrier versus Bichon Frise     Norwich Terrier versus Siberian Husky     Norwich Terrier versus Australian Kelpie     Norwich Terrier versus Pyredoodle     Norwich Terrier versus Bich Poo     Norwich Terrier versus Plott     Norwich Terrier versus Leonberger     Norwich Terrier versus Japanese Chin     Norwich Terrier versus Bloodhound     Norwich Terrier versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Norwich Terrier versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Norwich Terrier versus Mastiff     Norwich Terrier versus Biewer Terrier     Norwich Terrier versus Vizsla     Norwich Terrier versus Collie     Norwich Terrier versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Norwich Terrier versus Rottweiler     Norwich Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Norwich Terrier versus Norwegian Buhund     Norwich Terrier versus Finnish Spitz     Norwich Terrier versus Papillon     Norwich Terrier versus Whoodle     Norwich Terrier versus Azawakh     

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Boerboel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Berger Picard     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Norwegian Buhund     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pyredoodle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cairn Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Morkie     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Miniature Pinscher     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bedlington Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pharaoh Hound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Italian Greyhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Japanese Spitz     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Sussex Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bloodhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cocker Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Scottish Deerhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pomsky     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Black Mouth Cur     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Afghan Hound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Portuguese Water Dog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Mastiff     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus American Hairless Terrier     

    Conclusion: Norwich Terrier 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 Norwich Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon better suits you and your family.