Dog Breeds - Griffon Bruxellois
A small member of the Toy Group of dogs, the Griffon Bruxellois (Brussels Griffon) hails, as its name would suggest, from Brussels in Belgium.
History:
Other Names: Brussels Griffon, Belgian Griffon, Petit Brabancon, Griffon Belge
Country Of Origin: Belgium
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Colours: Red, black, black and tan
Coat: Medium
Breed:
Toy
Size: Small
Height:
Male: 18 - 20 cm (7 - 8 ins)Female: 18 - 20 cm (7 - 8 ins)
Weight:
Male: 3.2 - 5 Kg (7 - 11 lbs)Female: 3.2 - 5 Kg (7 - 11 lbs)
Care:
Temperament:
Suitability:
Suitable Environment:
Grooming: Moderate
Exercise: Minimal
Trainability:
Child Friendly: Yes, but not suitable for younger children
Pet Tolerant: Yes
Novice Owner Suitability: Yes
Health Issues*:
Cataracts, Cleft palate, Collapsing Trachea, Patella Luxation, Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA), Syringomyelia
(* The fact that this breed may be susceptible to these conditions does not mean that all dogs of this breed will be affected by them. They are listed here purely as a guide.)
Griffon Bruxellois Products:
Website: Griffon Bruxellois
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