Description

The Brussels Griffon is also known as the Griffon Bruxellois, Belgian Griffon and Griffon Belge. Brussels Griffon is a toy dog who is intelligent, alert, and has a terrier like disposition. Brussels Griffon attracts attention by its almost human-like, quizzical expressions. There are two types of coat rough or smooth both making a fine companion.

Size of Male: Height: 7-8 inches Weight: 7-12 pounds

Size of Female: Height: 7-8 inches Weight: 7-12 pounds

Temperament

The Brussels Griffon is an intelligent cheerful dog with a terrier-like disposition. Brussels Griffon make a fine companion dog. Brussels Griffon is affectionate, willful and high-strung, but charming. Lively and curious, they love everyone, but can get quite moody. Unusually sensitive and quite demanding, this breed loves to be spoiled. It must be raised in the house with the family. The Griffon is good with other dogs and even with cats. These dogs may be gluttonous or picky eaters and may be difficult to housebreak but they make good watchdogs and can be taught to perform tricks. Brussels Griffon like to bark and they do best with older and considerate children.

Living Conditions

Brussels Griffons are good dogs for apartment life and will do ok without a yard. This is because they generally do not require much space to run about and an apartment usually has enough space. But still, do take you dog out on an adventure once in a while and let them get enough exercise.

Upkeep

The Brussels Griffon is an active breed, always on the lookout for action. Brussels Griffon needs daily mental and physical stimulation, but its small size makes such stimulation possible with a robust indoor game. Brussels Griffon also enjoy a short walk on leash. This breed cannot live outside, although it appreciates the opportunity to spend time in the yard. The rough coat needs combing two or three times weekly, plus shaping by stripping every three months. Grooming for the smooth coat is minimal, consisting only of occasional brushing to remove dead hair.

Health

Major concerns: none 

Minor concerns: none 

Life expectancy: 12 – 15 years