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

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.

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal

Gentle
Proud
Vigilant
Loyal
Trainable
Intelligent

Jalands are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

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

Avoid Jalands as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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.

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France

Japanese Chin and West Highland White Terrier

griffon, spaniel, pointer, setter

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®

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.

2000s

1800s

Brown

Hazel

Black

Brown

Black
Gray
Fawn
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Gray
Brown
White

Jalands have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Jaland 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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Atopy Dermatitis

Otitis Externa
Entropion
Ectropion
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiac
Hearing
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination

Jalands are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Snuggling, Fetch, Hike, Walk, Run

Bird hunting, Swimming

Jalands 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jaland, it's at least 7 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 Wirehaired Pointing Griffon, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jalands 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.

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.

Jalands 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.

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

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

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

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Jaland 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.

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.

The average cost of a Jaland is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Jaland is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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.

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

Wirehaired Pointing Griffons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

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

Jalands have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

Jalands are highly friendly around strangers.

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