Brussels Griffon

Brussels Griffon History

The Brussels Griffon is a small toy-sized, smooth-coated, short-legged, long-eared, elegant, rather insular, and very intelligent Belgian canine. The tail is docked, and in at least one registry, the tail is cropped as well. The coat can be any color, but most commonly black, tan, or liver. The eyes can be blue, brown, amber, or hazel. The Brussels Griffon was originally developed by crossing the Petit Brabancon and the Smooth Fox Terrier. The ancestors of the modern Brussels Griffon were believed to be the Barbet du Hainaut and the Waterdogs from Belgium. The Brussels Griffon has a long history as a companion and working dog, being depicted in a number of works of art dating from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The origin of the name “Brussels” for the breed is unclear, although it was probably named for the city of Brussels in Belgium.

Brussels Griffon Physical Characteristics

The Brussels Griffon is a toy-sized breed of dog that is low to the ground and has a long, narrow, wedge-shaped head. They have either long, straight hair or a very short, wiry, curly coat that is white, gray, or a mixture of these colors. They have a wrinkled muzzle, large, oval, dark eyes, and a pink nose. They are energetic and friendly.

Brussels Griffon Health

Description of breed health.

Brussels Griffon Temperament and Behaviour

The Brussels Griffon is an energetic, happy, and outgoing small dog. They are generally playful and sociable and get along well with children, other dogs and cats. They need daily exercise and playtime and make great companions.

Brussels Griffon Activity Requirements

The Brussels Griffon is a lively, playful dog that loves to cuddle. They are a small, compact dog that does not require much space or exercise. A daily walk around the block will be more than enough to keep your Brussels Griffon happy. They do not require rigorous, high-energy workouts. If you live in an apartment, a Brussels Griffon might be a good choice. They do not need a lot of space or vigorous, aerobic workouts. But they do require daily exercise and interaction with their owners.

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