Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer

Compare the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon to the Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Wirehaired Pointing Griffons and Slovak Rough-Haired Pointers.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
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General Details
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
22½-27 Inches
Weight
50-60 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Origin Country
Netherlands
Slovakia
Origin Year
1873 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Traits
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
Yes
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Medium
High
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium to High
Shedding
Low
None to Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Malocclusions
Idiopathic epilepsy
Westie jaw
Dental problems
Eye problems
Skin diseases
Autoimmune disorders
Underbite
Overbite
Discospondylitis
Metaphyseal osteopathy
Steroid responsive meningitis-arteritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Type
Hair
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown
Brown and Grey
Brown and Grey
Chestnut
Chestnut
Chestnut and Grey
Chestnut and Grey
White
White
White and Brown
White and Brown
White and Chestnut
White and Chestnut
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