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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Comparison - Dog breed selector: Korthals or Springer Spaniel or Swamp Poodle? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wirehaired Pointing Griffon English Springer Spaniel Boykin Spaniel
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Korthals
Korthals Griffon
Springer Spaniel Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which is the smallest dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Medium Medium Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or English Springer Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel weight comparison:
50-60 pounds (23-27 kg) Male: 45-55 pounds (20-25 kg), Female: 40-50 pounds (18-23 kg) 25-40 pounds (11-18 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
55 pounds (25 kg) Male: 50 pounds (22.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg) 32.5 pounds (14.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel height comparison:
20-24 inches (50-60 cm) Male: 19-21 inches (48-56 cm), Female:18-20 inches (46-51 cm) 15-18 inches (38-46 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
22 inches (55 cm) Male: 20 inches (52 cm), Female:19 inches (48.5 cm) 16.5 inches (42 cm)

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which is more expensive?
$600-$800 $700-$800 $800-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Very frequent: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The English Springer Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Very smart: English Springer Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel trainability comparison.
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are easy to train.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs strongly protect their territory.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel behavior/temperament comparison:
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Trainable
Proud
Vigilant
Playful
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Social
Cheerful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
Average to High: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: English Springer Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel social needs comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are a social breed.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the English Springer Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel 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?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Boykin 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 vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel playfulness comparison:
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a playful breed.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a highly playful breed.
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Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon barks occasionally.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
It is not recommended to keep the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed in the home.
Very house-friendly dog the English Springer Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
English Springer Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
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.
English Springer 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Springer Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The English Springer Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel mouthiness comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
English Springer Spaniels are commonly healthy dogs.
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel health problems comparison:
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Entropion
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Phosphofructokinase deficiency (Tarui disease, PFK)
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Frequent
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Rare
The English Springer Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel lifespan comparison. How long do Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, English Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: 13 years
10-14 years
The average lifespan of English Springer Spaniel: 12 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
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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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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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel energy level comparison:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are high-energy dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
English Springer Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs don't need too much sleep.
English Springer Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The English Springer Spaniel has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel coat comparison:
Rough Feathered Feathered
Colors
What are the original Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, English Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel color?
Gray
Brown
Chestnut
Black
Tan
White
Liver
Brown
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel grooming comparison:
Average: The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires average grooming effort.
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Advanced: The English Springer Spaniel requires a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or {name3 shedding:
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs shed none to minimal.
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English Springer Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel 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, Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?

Medium

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The English Springer Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The English Springer Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are generally with other pets.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? Which dog is more friendly?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are average friendly towards cats.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
English Springer Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?
Yes
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
English Springer Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
English Springer Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are usually recommended for elderly people.
English Springer Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel 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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or English Springer Spaniel or Boykin Spaniel? 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.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

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.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent 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: Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel?

Not really

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

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

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes 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.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon and English Springer Spaniel and Boykin Spaniel have?
6-9 puppies 4-10 puppies 5-7 puppies

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon vs English Springer Spaniel vs Boykin Spaniel Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI.
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
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
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
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
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

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