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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Comparison - Dog breed selector: Glatthaariger Pinscher or Glennie or Fawn Brittany Griffon? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Pinscher Glen of Imaal Terrier Griffon Fauve de Bretagne
OriginsGermany flagGermany Ireland flagIreland France flagFrance
Group Working Dogs Hunting Dogs Hunting Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Glatthaariger Pinscher
Standard Pinscher
Glennie
Irish Glen Of Imaal Terrier
Glen
Fawn Brittany Griffon
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which is the smallest dog, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Glen of Imaal Terrier? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne weight comparison:
25-35 pounds (11-16 kg) 34-36 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
30 pounds (13.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5-16.5 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne height comparison:
16-19 inches (41-48 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) 19-22 inches (48-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
17.5 inches (44.5 cm) 14 inches (35.5-36.5 cm) 20.5 inches (52 cm)

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which is more expensive?
$1400-$1600 $800-$1000 $700-$900
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Frequent: The German Pinscher is easier than average to get.
Frequent: The Glen of Imaal Terrier is easier than average to get.
Average: The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne is a commonly available dog breed.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne trainability comparison.
German Pinscher dogs are easy to train.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are hard to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinscher dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are not the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
German Pinscher dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average defenders.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne behavior/temperament comparison:
Loving
Courageous
Lively
Outright
Tempered
Spirited
Familiar
Active
Agile
Courageous
Loyal
Gentle
Spirited
Playful
Friendly
Social
Calm
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are less sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Average to High: German Pinscher dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Average to High: Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne social needs comparison:
German Pinscher dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the German Pinscher is strong enough to escape from home.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Pinscher dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne playfulness comparison:
The German Pinscher is a playful breed.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Average: The German Pinscher barks occasionally.
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Low: The Glen of Imaal Terrier barks none to minimal.
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Average: The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep German Pinscher indoors.
Very house-friendly dog the Glen of Imaal Terrier breed.
Apartment-friendly dog the Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breed.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: German Pinscher dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Pinscher bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Glen of Imaal Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Griffon Fauve de Bretagne bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne mouthiness comparison:
German Pinscher dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne health comparison. Which is the healthier: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinschers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagnes are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Eye Problems
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Skin Irritation
Thrombopathia
No data available
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Pinscher should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Glen of Imaal Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne lifespan comparison. How long do German Pinscher, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of German Pinscher: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terrier: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Griffon Fauve de Bretagne: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne energy level comparison:
German Pinscher dogs are high-energy dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Pinscher dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinscher dogs don't need too much sleep.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The German Pinscher has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne has an average risk for obesity.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne coat comparison:
Dense
Shiny
Smooth
Dense Rough
Colors
What are the original German Pinscher, Glen of Imaal Terrier and Griffon Fauve de Bretagne color?
Black
Tan
Red
Blue
Brown
Black
Blue
Brown
Tan
Red
Fawn
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne grooming comparison:
Effortless: The German Pinscher requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Glen of Imaal Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or {name3 shedding:
German Pinscher dogs shed none to minimal.
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Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Hypoallergenic
German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?

Low 🔽

The German Pinscher has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Glen of Imaal Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The German Pinscher is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Glen of Imaal Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Griffon Fauve de Bretagne is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Pinscher dogs are generally with other pets.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which dog is more friendly?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinscher dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
German Pinscher dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?
Yes
German Pinscher dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Glen of Imaal Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
German Pinscher is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Glen of Imaal Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Griffon Fauve de Bretagne is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
German Pinschers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Glen of Imaal Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Griffon Fauve de Bretagnes are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: German Pinscher or Glen of Imaal Terrier or Griffon Fauve de Bretagne? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne?

Not really

German Pinscher breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Glen of Imaal Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Griffon Fauve de Bretagne breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can German Pinscher and Glen of Imaal Terrier and Griffon Fauve de Bretagne have?
6-8 puppies 3-5 puppies 2-6 puppies

German Pinscher vs Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Griffon Fauve de Bretagne Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2003 as a Working breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2004 as a Terrier breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
No data available United Kennel Club

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