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German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Comparison - Dog breed selector: Deutscher Wachtel or American Brown Spaniel or Korthals? Find the right dog for you

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Name German Spaniel American Water Spaniel Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds.
Deutscher Wachtel
Deutscher Wachtelhund
German Quail Dog
American Brown Spaniel
American Brown Water Spaniel
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is the largest?
Large Medium Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare adult weight ranges.
40–55 pounds (18–25 kg) 25-45 pounds (11-20 kg) 50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
47.5 pounds (21.5 kg) 35 pounds (15.5 kg) 55 pounds (25 kg)
Height
Which is taller, German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon height comparison:
Male: 19–21 inch (48–54 cm), Female: 18–20 inch (45–52 cm) 15-18 inches (36-46 cm) 20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 20 inch (51 cm), Female: 19 inch (48.5 cm) 16.5 inches (41 cm) 22 inches (55 cm)

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Find price differences between these breeds.
$800-$1000 $800-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average: The German Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.
Frequent: The American Water Spaniel is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The German Spaniel dogs have great intelligence.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is easiest to train?
German Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most alert?
German Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most protective?
German Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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American Water Spaniel dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare temperaments.
Energetic
Alert
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Obedient
Trainable
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
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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Sensitive: American Water Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Average to High: German Spaniel dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: American Water Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Social Needs
German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:
German Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon 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 Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
German Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The German Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most playful?
German Spaniels are not the most playful dog breed.
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The American Water Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which adapts best to small spaces?
It is not recommended to keep the German Spaniel breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the American Water Spaniel breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most flexible?
German Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
American Water Spaniel 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.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
German Spaniel 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.
American Water Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
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.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The German Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The American Water Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which uses mouth most during play?
German Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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American Water Spaniel dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

American Water Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Spaniel: 13 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of American Water Spaniel: 11 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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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.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has fewer health issues?
German Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The American Water Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The German Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The American Water Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Epilepsy
Heart Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Distichiasis
Mitral Valve Disease
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most active?
German Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
German Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
American Water Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
German Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
American Water Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is most prone to obesity?
Average: The German Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which needs most food?
2 to 2.5 cup 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. 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What colors are available?
Brown
Brown Roan
Solid Red
Red & White
Brown
Liver
Chocolate
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which requires most maintenance?
Advanced: The German Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The American Water Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which drools least?
The German Spaniel is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed.
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The American Water Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The German Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The American Water Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Wavy
Thick
Curly Rough
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
German Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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American Water Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best with kids?
German Spaniel dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
German Spaniel dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
American Water Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?
German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
American Water Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
German Spaniel dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly German Spaniel or American Water Spaniel or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
German Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
American Water Spaniel dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Yes
German Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
American Water Spaniel 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
German Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
American Water Spaniel 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?
German Spaniels are commonly okay with elderly people.
American Water Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best for SAR work?

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.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best suited for water work?

Not really

German Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

American Water Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most military use?

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 Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most puppies?
4-8 puppies 4-6 puppies 6-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What's recommended?

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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German Spaniel vs American Water Spaniel vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How are they classified?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1940 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Water Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of German Spaniel, American Water Spaniel, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most recognition?
No data available 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
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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