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 Muggin is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Cheerful
Clever

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

Muggins are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Muggins aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

France

United States

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

Pug and Miniature Pinscher

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Hazel

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Gray
Brown
White

Cream
Black
Brown
White

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have medium-length coats.

Muggins have short coats.

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.

A Muggin can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Muggins are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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.

Muggins 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

Demodectic Mange
Hypoglycemia
Hypothyroidism
Pateller Luxation

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Blood
Knee
Hips
Liver Ultrasound
X-Rays
Thyroid Testing

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Muggins' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Muggin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Muggins need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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

Muggins have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bird hunting, Swimming

Cuddling, Chasing birds, Napping, Hiking, Long walks, Dog Parks, Chew Toys

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Muggins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

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 Muggin, it's at least 5 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 Muggins usually need at least 50 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 Muggin is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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, Muggin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-60 pound (23 - 27 kg) Wirehaired Pointing Griffon feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 12-22 pound (5 - 10 kg) Muggin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Muggin is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Muggin is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

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

Muggins make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Muggins are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Muggins are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Muggins are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.