Giant Schnauzer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Compare the Giant Schnauzer to the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Giant Schnauzers and Wirehaired Pointing Griffons.

Giant Schnauzer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Height
24-28 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
55-110 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
Germany
Netherlands
Origin Year
1600 AD
1873 AD
Temperament
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Overall Friendliness
Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Below Average
Above Average
Personality
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Apartment
No
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
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
High
High
Exercise Required
High
High
Top Running Speed
22 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Medium
Grooming Needs
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Average
Average
Follow Commands
Above Average
None
Fighting
Average
Below Average
Guarding
Above Average
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
None
Hunting
Below Average
Above Average
Protection
Above Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
10-12 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Cancer
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Dry eye
Glaucoma
Retinal dysplasia
Heart problems
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Single
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Medium
Coat Coloring
Giant Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Fawn
Fawn
Salt and Pepper
Salt and Pepper
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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