Bernese Mountain Dog vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Compare the Bernese Mountain Dog to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bernese Mountain Dogs and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

Bernese Mountain Dog vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Height
23-27 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
70-120 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
Switzerland
Netherlands
Origin Year
1892 AD
1873 AD
Temperament
Bernese Mountain Dog
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
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
15-75 °F
30-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Low
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
High
Low
Dander
High
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
None
Average
Chasing
Below Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
None
Above Average
Protection
None
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Portosystemic shunt
Panosteitis
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Bernese Mountain Dog
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Black and White
Black and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Rust, and White
Black, Tan, and White
Black, Tan, and 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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