Miniature Schnauzer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

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

Miniature Schnauzer vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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General Details
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Height
12-14 Inches
20-24 Inches
Weight
11-20 Pounds
50-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origin Country
Germany
Netherlands
Origin Year
1888 AD
1873 AD
Temperament
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Traits
Affectionate
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Miniature Schnauzer
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
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
17 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Low to Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Maintenance
High
Low
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
None to Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
No
Yes
Independent
Yes
No
Breed Focus
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Aggression
Below Average
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
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Above Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Above Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-14 Years
Health Concerns
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Progressive retinal atrophy
MAC Lung Disease
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Rough
Straight
Coat Length
Short to Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Miniature Schnauzer
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black and Silver
Black and Silver
Liver
Liver
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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