Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Munsterlander

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Munsterlander
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
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General Details
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-14 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
20-22 Inches
Weight
50-60 Pounds
30-60 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Above Average
History
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Origin Country
Netherlands
Germany
Origin Year
1873 AD
1900 AD
Temperament
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
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
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Traits
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Energy Level
High
Very High
Exercise Required
High
Very High
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
20 MPH
Strength
Medium
Medium
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Coat Maintenance
Low
Medium
Shedding
Low
Medium
Dander
Low
Medium
Drool
Low
None to Low
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
Yes
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Aggression
None
None
Burrow / Digging
Average
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
13-14 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Skin irritation
Vision problems
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Coat Type
Hair
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Double
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Munsterlander
Breed Colors
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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