Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison – Which dog is better Bingley Terrier or Korthals?

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Name	Airedale Terrier	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Origins	England	France Netherlands
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Gun Dog
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bingley Terrier Irish Red Terrier Waterside Terrier	Korthals Korthals Griffon
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is the Airedale Terrier bigger than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed? Is an Airedale Terrier smaller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Medium	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight comparison:	Male: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg), Female: 40-45 pounds (18-20 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 57.5 pounds (26 kg), Female: 42.5 pounds (19 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Is an Airedale Terrier taller than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Male: 22-24 inches (56-61 cm), Female: 22-23 inches (56-58 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 22.5 inches (57 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Airedale Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	$600-$800	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Very frequent: The Airedale Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon smarter? Which is best? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon intelligence:	Smart: The Airedale Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon trainability comparison. What's the difference between Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Airedale Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Energetic Alert Courageous Intelligent Confident Friendly Outgoing Obedient Loyal Adaptable Brave Balanced	Intelligent Loyal Gentle Trainable Proud Vigilant
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average to High: Airedale Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	The wanderlust potential of the Airedale Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which can be better for hunting?	Airedale Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon playfulness comparison:	The Airedale Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Average: The Airedale Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	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 Airedale Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Airedale Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier 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.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Airedale Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is an Airedale Terrier more dangerous than a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Low 🔽 The Airedale Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon mouthiness comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health comparison. Which is the healthier: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Von Willebrand's Disease	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Frequent The Airedale Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon lifespan comparison. How long do Airedale Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Airedale Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Airedale Terrier: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon energy level comparison:	Airedale Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Airedale Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Does the Airedale Terrier breed eat more than the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Airedale Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon coat comparison:	Wiry Dense Rough	Rough
Colors What are the original Airedale Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon color comparison:	Black Tan Grizzle	Gray Brown Chestnut
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon grooming comparison:	Advanced: The Airedale Terrier requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Do Airedale Terrier dogs shed more than Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Airedale Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Medium ⏺ The Airedale Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	The Airedale Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Airedale Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Can an Airedale Terrier and a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon be friends? Do Airedale Terrier dogs get along with Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs?	Airedale Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Yes Airedale Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Airedale Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Airedale Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Airedale Terrier or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.
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.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Not really Airedale Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
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. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
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.

Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Airedale Terrier and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon have? Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon litter size comparison:	7-9 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Airedale Terrier vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club 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 United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club

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