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

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Faithful
Instinctual

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

Sheltidoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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.

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

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Shetland Sheepdog and Poodle

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Sable
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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 Sheltidoodle 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.

Sheltidoodles 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.

While the Sheltidoodle breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

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Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye Examination
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Blood and Urine Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

Sheltidoodles' 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.

Sheltidoodle 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.

Sheltidoodles 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.

Sheltidoodles 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.

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

Bird hunting, Swimming

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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.

Sheltidoodles 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.

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 Sheltidoodles 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.

Sheltidoodles have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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Comb
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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 40-50 pound (18 - 23 kg) Sheltidoodle feed 2 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 Sheltidoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Sheltidoodle is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Sheltidoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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.

The Sheltidoodle 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.

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

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

Sheltidoodles are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.