Brussels Griffon
Despite a reputation for naughtiness, the Brussels Griffon is all charm.
Height: 7 to 8 inches at shoulder
Weight: 7 to 8 inches at shoulder
Coat: dense and wiry or short and glossy
Life span: 12 to 15 years
Breed Group: Companion Dogs
Originally bred to hunt and kill rats, this former Belgian street dog is a distinctive and unusual breed. Although he's small, he's hardly a pampered pooch. Affectionate and lively, his intelligence, sense of humor, and air of self-importance keep him one step ahead of his people. They adore him anyway.
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General Characteristics
Dog friendly
  
  
  
  
  
Ease of training
  
  
  
  
  
Friendly toward strangers
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Predatory tendencies
  
  
  
  
  
Mouthiness
  
  
  
  
  
Potential for weight gain
  
  
  
  
  
Sensitivity
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
General health