Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Yorkshire Terrier

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs Yorkshire Terrier
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
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General Details
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
Yes
Yes
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
20-24 Inches
8-9 Inches
Weight
50-60 Pounds
4-7 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Average
History
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Origin Country
Netherlands
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1873 AD
1865 AD
Temperament
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Traits
Loving
Needy
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
No
No
Medium Yard
No
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
30-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Below Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Energy Level
High
Medium
Exercise Required
High
Low
Top Running Speed
24 MPH
11 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Maintenance
Low
High
Shedding
Low
Low
Dander
Low
Low
Drool
Low
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Dominant / Alpha
No
Yes
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Average
None
Chasing
Average
None
Follow Commands
None
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
None
Guarding
Below Average
None
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Above Average
Sled Pulling
None
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Common Health Issues
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Ear infections
Hypothyroidism
Ectropion
Patellar luxation
Collapsed trachea
Progressive retinal atrophy
Portosystemic shunt
Reverse sneezing
Hypoglycemia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
Coat Type
Hair
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Wire
Single
Coat Texture
Rough
Straight
Silky
Coat Length
Medium
Long
Coat Coloring
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Yorkshire Terrier
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
Black and Gold
Black and Gold
Black and Tan
Black and Tan
Blue and Gold
Blue and Gold
Blue and Tan
Blue and Tan
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