Which is Better between the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? A Very Detailed Review.

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Tibetan Terrier Versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Introduction

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

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

Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Overview

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

Furthermore, the Tibetan Terrier belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

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.

Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: Comparison Table

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

Factor Tibetan Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Height 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder 20 to 24 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Weight 20 to 24 pounds 50 to 60 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 4/5
Easy To Train 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 5/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1930 $1320
Price Range $1500 – $2100 $1000 – $1800
Temperament Score 57.1 percent 100.0 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 94 67
    Intelligence Rank (out of 130 Dog Breeds) 62 46

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier is 85 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 Tibetan Terrier is a better pet than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. So, you should get the Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Tibetan Terriers adapt well to apartment living. However, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • The Similarities Between the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very easy to train.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

    Tibetan Terriers weigh 20 to 24 pounds when fully grown. Tibetan Terriers are 14 to 16 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 Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Tibetan Terriers is 13.5 years.

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

    Tibetan Terriers live longer than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Temperament of the Tibetan Terrier Versus the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

    This is because the temperament score for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is 100.0 percent while the temperament score for the Tibetan Terrier is 57.1 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 57.1 percent, the Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon by measuring the temperaments of 14 Tibetan Terriers and 2 Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

    Price of Tibetan Terrier versus Price of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    The average price of the Tibetan Terrier puppy is $1930. The price of the Tibetan Terrier typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of a Tibetan Terrier can be as low as $1500 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 11 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier is more expensive than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

    Tibetan Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
    Average Price $1930 $1320
    Price Range $1500 to $2100 $1000 to $1800

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

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

    A breakdown of the prices of Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier versus the Intelligence of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Tibetan Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
    Intelligence Rank 62 out of 130 dog breeds 46 out of 130 dog breeds
    Trainability Tend To Learn New Commands After 40 To 80 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 Tibetan Terrier has an obedience intelligence rank of 62 out of 130 dog breeds. The Tibetan Terrier belongs to the `Fair Working/Obedience Intelligence Dogs` category. This means that Tibetan Terriers tend to learn new commands after 40 to 80 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is more intelligent than the Tibetan Terrier.

    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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier is 94 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Popularity of Tibetan Terrier

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Popularity of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Year Tibetan Terrier Popularity Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Popularity Rank
    2013 88 80
    2014 88 76
    2015 90 66
    2016 91 66
    2017 101 65
    2018 96 65
    2019 101 62
    2020 99 63

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

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

    8 health tests are recommended for Tibetan Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon.

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

    Tibetan Terrier Health Problems

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

  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Congenital Deafness
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Annual recertification REQUIRED
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • NEURONAL CEROID LIPOFUSCINOSIS (NCL)
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Primary Lens Luxation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Tibetan 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 Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier Breed is Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

    This is because the Tibetan Terrier ranks 1 out of 1 dog breeds for Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 2930 Tibetan Terriers, 131 of them had Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems.

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

  • Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems: Rank 1 out of 1 Dog Breeds
  • Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems: Rank 3 out of 8 Dog Breeds
  • Primary Lens Luxation problems: Rank 9 out of 17 Dog Breeds
  • Baer Hearing Test problems: Rank 10 out of 21 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 10 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 23 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Congenital Cardiac problems: Rank 31 out of 159 Dog Breeds
  • Elbow problems: Rank 72 out of 144 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 142 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Hips problems: Rank 153 out of 198 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 Tibetan Terrier and in Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Tibetan Terrier and the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon:

    Disease Tibetan Terrier Rank Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Rank
    Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis (Tt) problems 1 out of 1 dog breeds Not Common
    Rcd4 Progressive Retinal Atrophy problems 3 out of 8 dog breeds Not Common
    Primary Lens Luxation problems 9 out of 17 dog breeds Not Common
    Baer Hearing Test problems 10 out of 21 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 10 out of 115 dog breeds 21 out of 115 dog breeds
    Patella problems 23 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Congenital Cardiac problems 31 out of 159 dog breeds Not Common
    Elbow problems 72 out of 144 dog breeds 71 out of 144 dog breeds
    Eyes problems 142 out of 182 dog breeds 152 out of 182 dog breeds
    Hips problems 153 out of 198 dog breeds 132 out of 198 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: Tibetan Terrier versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Tibetan Terriers do not like to be left alone.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons do not like to be left alone.

    Do Tibetan Terriers shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

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

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are moderately easy to groom.

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

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

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Tibetan Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Tibetan Terrier vs. Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

    Tibetan Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Tibetan Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Wirehaired Pointing Griffons Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Tibetan Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons get along very well with other dogs.

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

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terriers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons?

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

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

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

    Tibetan Terriers are very easy to train.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are very easy to train.

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

    Tibetan 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 Tibetan Terrier or the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?

    Tibetan Terriers are OK for new dog owners.

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are OK for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Tibetan Terrier

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

  • Portuguese Water Dog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Portuguese Water Dog.
  • Barbet (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Barbet.
  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Polish Lowland Sheepdog (78 percent match with Tibetan Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Polish Lowland Sheepdog.
  • 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 Tibetan Terrier vs English Springer Spaniel.
  • Flat-Coated Retriever (81 percent match with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon). Here is our comparison of the Tibetan Terrier vs Flat-Coated Retriever.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Tibetan Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Tibetan Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog     Tibetan Terrier versus English Cocker Spaniel     Tibetan Terrier versus English Setter     Tibetan Terrier versus Biewer Terrier     Tibetan Terrier versus Dachshund     Tibetan Terrier versus Samoyed     Tibetan Terrier versus Shiba Inu     Tibetan Terrier versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Tibetan Terrier versus Basenji     Tibetan Terrier versus Gordon Setter     Tibetan Terrier versus Papipoo     Tibetan Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Tibetan Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Tibetan Terrier versus German Pinscher     Tibetan Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Tibetan Terrier versus Bernedoodle     Tibetan Terrier versus Chinook     Tibetan Terrier versus Basenji     Tibetan Terrier versus Valley Bulldog     Tibetan Terrier versus Dachshund     Tibetan Terrier versus Saluki     Tibetan Terrier versus American Bulldog     Tibetan Terrier versus Whippet     Tibetan Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Tibetan Terrier versus Chi-Poo     

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Shihpoo     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Lowchen     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Basset Hound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Portuguese Water Dog     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Boxer     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Harrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Saint Bernard     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Whippet     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Goldendoodle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Irish Setter     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Boxer     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Brussels Griffon     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Shiloh Shepherd     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Dachshund     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Mountain Cur     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Beaglier     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Puggle     Wirehaired Pointing Griffon versus Great Pyrenees     

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