English Cocker Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Compare the English Cocker Spaniel to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between English Cocker Spaniels and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
14-17 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
26-35 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Netherlands
Origin Year
1860 AD
1873 AD
Temperament
English Cocker Spaniel
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
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
English Cocker Spaniel
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
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
20 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
Medium to High
Low
Shedding
Medium to High
Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
None
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Average
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Elbow dysplasia
Kidney failure
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Silky
Straight
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
English Cocker Spaniel
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Black and White
Black and White
Blue Roan
Blue Roan
Golden
Golden
Liver
Liver
Orange and White
Orange and White
Orange Roan
Orange Roan
Red
Red
Sable
Sable
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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