While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the English Bull Staffy is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Loving
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Devoted
Social
Sweet
Aggressive
Attentive
Tenacious

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

English Bull Staffys are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

English Bulldog and American Staffordshire Terrier

1800s

Unknown

Hazel

Brown

Brown

Black

Gray
Brown
White

Brown
Gray

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have medium-length coats.

English Bull Staffys have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

A Wirehaired Pointing Griffon can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Bull Staffy can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

English Bull Staffys are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

English Bull Staffys typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ultrasound

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

English Bull Staffys are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Bull Staffy, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Wirehaired Pointing Griffons usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Bull Staffys usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The English Bull Staffy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, English Bull Staffy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Comb
Nail Clipper

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The English Bull Staffy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Bull Staffys make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

English Bull Staffys are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

English Bull Staffys are highly friendly around strangers.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Bull Staffys have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

English Bull Staffys are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.