Other name: Brussels Griffon
The Griffon Bruxellois is a sturdy little companion dog, with good bone, elegant appearance and almost human expression. He is one of the small Belgian dogs, along with the Griffon Belge and the Petit Brabançon. It differs from the latter by its harder and longer coat.
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Hypoallergenic breed
 Hair type |
Half-long |
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 Origin |
Belgium |
 Template |
Small |
 Head shape |
Round |
 Weight and size |
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| Sex | Weight | Cut |
|---|---|---|
| Female | From 3 kg to 6 kg | From 23 cm to 27 cm |
| Male | From 3 kg to 6 kg | From 23 cm to 27 cm |
History of the breed
Like its 2 close cousins (the Belgian Griffon and the Petit Brabançon), the Brussels Griffon is descended from a small wire-haired dog: the Smousje . The latter finds its origins in the Brussels region. The Griffon Bruxellois benefited from contributions from other small breeds, such as the King Charles Spaniel Ruby and the Carlin, to get closer to its current standard. 2 Griffons Bruxellois named Topsy and Foxine are the first representatives of the breed to be registered in the St. Hubert Book of Origins in 1883. The Griffon Bruxellois subsequently enjoyed great success in the kingdom and elsewhere in the world. It was definitively recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) on October 26, 1954. Its official FCI standard in force was published in March 2003.
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Physical features
His coat: double (top coat and undercoat), hard, of medium length, but not too much so as not to alter the silhouette of the dog. Slightly wavy, but not curly.
Its color: red, russet, with possibly a little black on the head.
His head: rather large compared to the body, displaying an almost human expression, covered with a harsh and tousled hair, rather thick above the eyes, on the muzzle, the cheeks and the chin. The skull is broad and round, the stop very marked, the forehead is well rounded. The nose is very black, wide and the nostrils well open. The jaw is characterized by lower prognathism.
His ears: small in size, set high, set wide apart, semi-erect and falling forward.
His eyes: large, well rounded, wide apart, brown in color (as dark as possible), bordered in black. The white of the eyeball is not visible.
His body: writable in a square, powerful. The withers are slightly extended, the back straight and strong, the loins short and muscular, the croup wide and very slightly sloping, the chest wide, the belly slightly raised.
Its tail: attached and carried high, with the point directed towards the back, but never curled.
Behavior and character
| Affectionate | |
|---|---|
| Calm | |
| Protective | |
| Independent | |
| Hunter | |
| Barks / howls |
Behavior with others
| Cohabitation with children | |
|---|---|
| Sociable with other animals | |
| Love strangers |
The Griffon Bruxellois is a happy , intelligent , proud and curious dog. Very attached to his master , never fearful or aggressive, he is particularly alert. He gets along quite well with children and other dogs.
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Education
| Clever | |
|---|---|
| Obedient |
the Griffon Bruxellois is relatively easy to train . Provided, of course, to do it early and to know how to combine firmness and affection. He simply needs his master to be the leader of the pack to be reframed and become an excellent companion dog.
Living conditions
| Suitable for apartment living | |
|---|---|
| Good for new masters | |
| Love it hot | |
| Love the cold |
Companion dog above all else, the Griffon Bruxellois appreciates being able to stay close to his master and his family. It is perfectly suited to apartment living, but also to a rural environment.
Health
| Solid | |
|---|---|
| Ease of gaining weight |
Hypoallergenic breed
Yes
Litter size
NC
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Life expectancy
The life expectancy of a Griffon Bruxellois is, on average, less than 0 years.
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Maintenance and hygiene
| Ease of maintenance | |
|---|---|
| Cost of maintenance | |
| Hair loss |
| Drool level | |
|---|---|
| Ease of grooming |
The Griffon Bruxellois remains subject to moderate moulting with just as slight hair loss . Her dress requires a minimum of maintenance to maintain its appearance and cleanliness.
It is recommended to brush the dog every week , or even more often during the moult. A few grooming sessions can be done, especially for hair removal.
Price and budget
Purchase price
The purchase price of a Griffon Bruxellois is between € 1,000 and € 1,500.
Annual maintenance cost
The annual maintenance cost of a Griffon Bruxellois is between NC and NC.
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Physical activity
| Athletic | |
|---|---|
| Energy level | |
| Potential to play |
He just needs a good daily outing , supplemented with a little exercise. He is not a huge athlete, but must still be able to exercise regularly.
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Calm |
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