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

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Friendly
Affectionate
Gentle
Loyal
Docile
Patient

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.

Spinone Italianos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

France

Italy

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

italian rough-haired dog

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.

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

1800s

ancient times

Sporting (AKC:1887)
Gun Dogs (UKC)

Sporting (AKC:2000)
Gun Dog Breeds (UKC)

Hazel

Brown
Amber

Brown

Brown
Isabella

Gray
Brown
White

Brown
Isabella
Fawn
White
Pied

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 Spinone Italiano breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
Ectropion
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

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

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

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

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Spinone Italiano excessively drools, consider a different breed if not appealing.

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.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffon dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While Spinone Italiano dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

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.

Spinone Italianos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Spinone Italiano 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 Spinone Italiano, 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 Spinone Italianos usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Spinone Italiano is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 Spinone Italiano is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

Spinone Italiano 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.

Spinone Italianos are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Spinone Italianos 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.

Spinone Italianos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Spinone Italianos are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Spinone Italianos 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.

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