Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Quick
Selfish

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.

Avoid Scorkies as watchdogs - they're not effective.

France

United States

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

Yorkshire Terrier, Scottish Terrier

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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Hazel

Brown

Brown

Black

Gray
Brown
White

Brown
Red
Gray
Black

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 Scorkie can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Scorkies 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.

Scorkies 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

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypoglycemia
Atopic Dermatitis
Collapsed Trachea

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Analysis
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

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

Scorkies are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Scorkie 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.

Scorkies need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Scorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Scorkie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bird hunting, Swimming

Laserchase, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Runing, Fetch, Walk, Tug of war, Training, Nap

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.

Scorkies are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Scorkie dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

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 Scorkie, 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 Scorkies usually need at least 30 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.

Scorkies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 16-19 pound (7 - 9 kg) Scorkie 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 Scorkie is somewhere $1.00 - $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 Scorkie is between $28 - $35. This makes an average of $336 - $420 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 are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Scorkie has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Scorkies have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Scorkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Scorkies 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.

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