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Name	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier	Rhodesian Ridgeback	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeds.	Irish Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Wheatie	African Lion Hound African Lion Dog	Korthals Korthals Griffon
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare their breeding categories.	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is the largest?	Medium	Large	Medium
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare adult weight ranges.	Male: 35-45 pounds (16-20 kg), Female: 30-40 pounds (14-18 kg)	Male: 80-90 pounds (36-41 kg), Female: 65-75 pounds (29-34 kg)	50-60 pounds (23-27 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 40 pounds (18 kg), Female: 35 pounds (16 kg)	Male: 85 pounds (38.5 kg), Female: 70 pounds (31.5 kg)	55 pounds (25 kg)
Height Which is taller, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon height comparison:	Male: 18-20 inches (46-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 25-27 inches (63-69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61-66 cm)	20-24 inches (50-60 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 19 inches (48.5 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 26 inches (66 cm), Female: 25 inches (63.5 cm)	22 inches (55 cm)

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1000	$900-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Very frequent: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Rhodesian Ridgeback is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed ranks highest?	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. 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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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is easiest to train?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most alert?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most protective?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Compare temperaments.	Playful Energetic Intelligent Affectionate Spirited Faithful	Dignified Sensitive Intelligent Loyal Strong Willed Mischievous	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. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	High: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon social needs comparison:	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. 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? Which can be better for hunting?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most vocal?	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most playful?	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a playful breed. See more.	The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which adapts best to small spaces?	Apartment-friendly dog the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed.	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback 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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most flexible?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which uses mouth most during play?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Rhodesian Ridgeback 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

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed lives longest?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier: 13 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Rhodesian Ridgeback: 11 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which handles climate changes best?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has fewer health issues?	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon health problems comparison:	Allergies Cancer Addison's Disease Renal Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Dermoid Sinus Elbow Dysplasia	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Entropion Ear Infections Ectropion

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which breed is most active?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average: The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Rhodesian Ridgeback has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which needs most food?	Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2 3/4 to 4 3/8 cups of a high-quality daily, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What colors are available?	Wheaten	Gray Red White Golden Wheaten Copper	Gray Brown Chestnut
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which requires most maintenance?	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Effortless: The Rhodesian Ridgeback requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which drools least?	The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has least natural smell?	Medium ⏺ The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Curly	Dense	Rough
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which requires most frequent baths?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or {name3 shedding:	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are low shedders. See more.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best with kids?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon? Which dog is more friendly?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs are not the most 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier or Rhodesian Ridgeback or Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Rhodesian Ridgeback 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: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?	Yes Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Rhodesian Ridgeback 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Rhodesian Ridgeback 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?	Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Rhodesian Ridgebacks are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best suited for service work?	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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, 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 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, 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. See more.	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most military use?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most puppies?	5-8 puppies	6-8 puppies	6-9 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. What's recommended?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier vs Rhodesian Ridgeback vs Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How are they classified?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1955 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Related breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon. Which has most recognition?	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 Irish Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry Club Espanol De Terriers	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 Rhodesian Ridgeback Club Of The US	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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