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- Shiranian Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction
- Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview
- Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- The Similarities Between the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Size (Weight and Height) of Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Lifespan of Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Price of Shiranian versus Price of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Tolerates Being Alone: Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Do Shiranians shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
- Which one drools more, the Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
- Does the Shiranian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
- Do Shiranians Bark and Howl? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
- Can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Shiranian vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Can Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
- Are Shiranians good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
- How Kid-friendly are Shiranians and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
- Is the Shiranian Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiranian
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which One is a Better Pet?
Shiranian Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Shiranian 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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.
Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview
A very important difference between the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Shiranian is a small-sized dog while the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Shiranian belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
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.
Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Shiranian 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 Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Factor | Shiranian | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon |
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Tolerates Hot Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 2/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 14 years |
Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Easy To Train | 2/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 1/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Weight | 4 to 16 pounds | 50 to 60 pounds |
Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 5/5 |
Height | 7 to 12 inches | 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder |
Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 12.0 years |
Average Price | $1230 | $1320 |
Price Range | $925 – $1200 | $1000 – $1800 |
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Shiranian 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 Shiranian is 84 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 Shiranian is a better pet than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. So, you should get the Shiranian!
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 Shiranian 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 Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Below is a list of where the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are most different:
The Similarities Between the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.
Shiranians weigh 4 to 16 pounds when fully grown. Shiranians are 7 to 12 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 Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The lifespan of Shiranians is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiranians is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffons is 12.0 years.
Shiranians live longer than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.
Price of Shiranian versus Price of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The average price of the Shiranian puppy is $1230. The price of the Shiranian typically ranges from $925 – $1200. However, the price of a Shiranian can be as low as $400 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 35 Shiranian 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is more expensive than the Shiranian.
Shiranian | Wirehaired Pointing Griffon | |
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Average Price | $1230 | $1320 |
Price Range | $925 to $1200 | $1000 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Shiranian and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. For different price points, the charts show how many Shiranian puppies or how many Wirehaired Pointing Griffon puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Shiranians. The typical price range is shaded Green.
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 Shiranian 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.
Tolerates Being Alone: Shiranian versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Shiranians do not like to be left alone.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.
Do Shiranians shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
Shiranians 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 Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Shiranians 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 Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Shiranian Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other 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 Shiranians Bark and Howl? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
Shiranians are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Shiranians Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?
Shiranians cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Shiranian vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Shiranians do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Shiranians Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?
Shiranians 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 Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians get along fairly well with other dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.
Are Shiranians good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
Shiranians 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 Shiranians and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?
Shiranians get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Shiranian Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians are not easy to train.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.
Is the Shiranian Better for Apartment Owners than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians adapt very well to apartment living.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Shiranian or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Shiranians are very good for new dog owners.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are OK for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiranian
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiranian 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 Shiranian:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Shiranian and how the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Shiranian and of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon to other breeds:
Shiranian Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiranian versus Belgian Tervuren Shiranian versus Kai Ken Shiranian versus French Bulldog Shiranian versus Shetland Sheepdog Shiranian versus Tibetan Mastiff Shiranian versus Dogue de Bordeaux Shiranian versus Manchester Terrier Shiranian versus Italian Greyhound Shiranian versus Saint Bernard Shiranian versus Pomapoo Shiranian versus Japanese Chin Shiranian versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Shiranian versus Chihuahua Shiranian versus Harrier Shiranian versus Miniature Schnauzer Shiranian versus Beaglier Shiranian versus Icelandic Sheepdog Shiranian versus Sloughi Shiranian versus Pyredoodle Shiranian versus Rottweiler Shiranian versus Chi-Poo Shiranian versus Kooikerhondje Shiranian versus Belgian Sheepdog Shiranian versus Pomchi Shiranian versus American Bulldog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Hovawart Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Mastiff Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Kishu Ken Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Havanese Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus American Hairless Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Barbet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Hovawart Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Welsh Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Australian Kelpie Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Golden Retriever Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Clumber Spaniel Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Norwegian Lundehund Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Japanese Spitz Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Pomapoo Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Great Pyrenees Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Goldador Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Mastiff Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Chinese Crested Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Papipoo Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Akita Chow Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Bernese Mountain Dog Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Weimaraner
Conclusion: Shiranian 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 Shiranian and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon better suits you and your family.