Which is Better between the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? A Very Detailed Review.

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Spinone Italiano Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction

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

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

Spinone Italiano versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview

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

Furthermore, both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are Sporting Dogs. This means both the Spinone Italiano 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.

Spinone Italiano versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Factor Spinone Italiano Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Height 22 to 28 inches 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 2/5 5/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 2/5 2/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
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
Weight 61 to 86 pounds 50 to 60 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1180 $1320
Price Range $1000 – $1000 $1000 – $1800
Temperament Score 50.0 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 112 67

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano is 86 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 Spinone Italiano is a better pet than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. So, you should get the Spinone Italiano!

    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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Below is a list of where the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are most different:

  • Spinone Italianos adapt well to apartment living. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not have the tendency to drool.
  • The Similarities Between the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are good for new dog owners.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very easy to train.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very playful.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Spinone Italiano versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Spinone Italianos weigh 61 to 86 pounds when fully grown. Spinone Italianos are 22 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 Spinone Italiano versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The lifespan of Spinone Italianos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Spinone Italianos 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus the Spinone Italiano

    The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a better temperament than the Spinone Italiano.

    This is because the temperament score for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Spinone Italiano is 50.0 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 50.0 percent, the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon by measuring the temperaments of 6 Spinone Italianos and 2 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Price of Spinone Italiano versus Price of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The average price of the Spinone Italiano puppy is $1180. The price of the Spinone Italiano typically ranges from $1000 – $1000. However, the price of a Spinone Italiano can be as low as $1000 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 30 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano.

    Spinone Italiano Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
    Average Price $1180 $1320
    Price Range $1000 to $1000 $1000 to $1800

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Spinone Italianos. 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Popularity of Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano. 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 Spinone Italiano is 112 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Popularity of Spinone Italiano

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Year Spinone Italiano Popularity Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Popularity Rank
    2013 117 80
    2014 118 76
    2015 112 66
    2016 105 66
    2017 111 65
    2018 109 65
    2019 116 62
    2020 110 63

    Health Problems of Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano is prone to more genetic health problems than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

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

    5 health tests are recommended for Spinone Italiano while 4 tests are recommended for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Spinone Italianos and in Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Spinone Italiano Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Recommend annual exams beginning at 1 year of age
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italiano Breed is Shoulder problems.

    This is because the Spinone Italiano ranks 5 out of 22 dog breeds for Shoulder problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Spinone Italianos, 2 of them had Shoulder problems.

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

  • Shoulder problems: Rank 5 out of 22 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 16 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 20 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 61 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 77 out of 198 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 164 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 Spinone Italiano and in Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon:

    Disease Spinone Italiano Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Rank
    Shoulder problems 5 out of 22 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 16 out of 115 dog breeds 21 out of 115 dog breeds
    Congenital Cardiac problems 20 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 61 out of 144 dog breeds 71 out of 144 dog breeds
    Hips problems 77 out of 198 dog breeds 132 out of 198 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 164 out of 182 dog breeds 152 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.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Spinone Italiano versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Spinone Italianos do not like to be left alone.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Spinone Italianos shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Spinone Italianos shed moderately.

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

    Which one drools more, the Spinone Italiano or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Spinone Italianos have a very high tendency to drool.

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

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Spinone Italiano or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Spinone Italiano Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos 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.

    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 Spinone Italianos Bark and Howl? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Spinone Italianos can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Spinone Italiano vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Spinone Italianos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Spinone Italiano or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos get along very well with other dogs.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Spinone Italianos good family dogs? What about Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Spinone Italianos 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 Spinone Italianos and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Spinone Italianos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Spinone Italiano Easier to Train than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos are very easy to train.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.

    Is the Spinone Italiano Better for Apartment Owners than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Spinone Italiano or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Spinone Italianos are very good for new dog owners.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Spinone Italiano

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano:

  • Collie (75 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Collie.
  • French Spaniel (78 percent match with Spinone Italiano). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs French Spaniel.
  • 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 Spinone Italiano vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (81 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the Spinone Italiano vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Spinone Italiano Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Spinone Italiano versus Boxer     Spinone Italiano versus Redbone Coonhound     Spinone Italiano versus Miniature Poodle     Spinone Italiano versus Rottweiler     Spinone Italiano versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Spinone Italiano versus Basset Hound     Spinone Italiano versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Spinone Italiano versus Bich Poo     Spinone Italiano versus Affenhuahua     Spinone Italiano versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Spinone Italiano versus Tibetan Spaniel     Spinone Italiano versus Dutch Shepherd     Spinone Italiano versus American Bulldog     Spinone Italiano versus Japanese Spitz     Spinone Italiano versus Borzoi     Spinone Italiano versus Irish Wolfhound     Spinone Italiano versus Greyhound     Spinone Italiano versus Rhodesian Ridgeback     Spinone Italiano versus Pug     Spinone Italiano versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Spinone Italiano versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Spinone Italiano versus Pug     Spinone Italiano versus Field Spaniel     Spinone Italiano versus Alaskan Malamute     Spinone Italiano versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Swedish Vallhund     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Miniature Pinscher     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Alaskan Malamute     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Lhasa Apso     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Yorkipoo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Gordon Setter     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Cavapoo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Norwich Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Great Pyrenees     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Shih Tzu     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Harrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Biewer Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Papillon     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Dalmatian     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Sussex Spaniel     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Siberian Husky     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Aussiedoodle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Berger Picard     

    Conclusion: Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon better suits you and your family.