Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Lurcher

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Lurcher
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
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General Details
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
22-28 Inches
Weight
50-60 Pounds
55-55 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Origin Country
Netherlands
Ireland
Origin Year
1873 AD
1400 AD
Temperament
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Traits
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Living Environment
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
45-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Medium to High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
38 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
None
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Bloat
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Single
Smooth
Wire
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Rough
Scruffy
Shaggy
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Lurcher
Breed Colors
Brown
Brown and Grey
Chestnut
Chestnut and Grey
White
White and Brown
White and Chestnut
Black
Blonde
Blue
Brindle
Fawn
Golden
Grey
Tan
White
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