Afghan Hound vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Compare the Afghan Hound to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Afghan Hounds and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

Afghan Hound vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-29 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
45-60 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
Afghanistan
Netherlands
Origin Year
-200 BC
1873 AD
Temperament
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Apartment
Yes
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
None
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
40 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Cancer
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Afghan Hound
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue
Blue
Blue and Cream
Blue and Cream
Cream
Cream
Red
Red
Silver
Silver
White
White
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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