Intelligent
Confident
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Trainable
Proud
Fearless
Vigilant

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Great Pyrenees and Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

American Eskimo, Boston Terrier

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Gray
White

Brindle
White
Black

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess have medium-length coats.

Boskimos have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Great Wirehaired Gryfenees can have a litter of 6-9 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 Boskimo 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.

Osteosarcoma
Hip Dysplasia
Eye Diseases and Disorders

Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Patellar Luxation
Low Thyroid Levels

None

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Biopsy
Cutaneous cytology

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Blood Work

Great Wirehaired Gryfenees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Wirehaired Gryfenees, it's at least 9 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 Boskimo, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess 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 Boskimos 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 Great Wirehaired Gryfenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boskimo has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Boskimo is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Wirehaired Gryfenees 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 Boskimo 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.

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.

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

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Great Wirehaired Gryfeneess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Boskimos are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.