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The Griffon is an intelligent cheerful dog with a terrier-like disposition. They make a fine companion dog. It is affectionate, willful and high-strung, but charming. Lively and curious, they love everyone, but can get quite moody. |
| Breed: | Brussels Griffon |
| Country of Origin: | England and Belgium |
| AKC Group: | Toy |
| Function: | Rid stables of vermin |
| Life Span: | 12-15 years |
| Appearance: | Small |
| Color: | red, a mixture of red-brown & black, black & tan, and solid black |
| Coat Type: | Rough-Coated and Smooth-Coated |
| Grooming: | Requires a lot of attention, however the coat of the pet dogs may be clipped |
| Height: | 7-8 inches |
| Weight: | 6-12 pounds |
| Activity Level: | High |
| Watch Dog: | Yes |
| Protection: | No |
| Intelligence: | High |
| Trainability: | High |
| Good With Children: | Yes |
| Good With Pets: | Yes |
| Good With Strangers: | Ok, will bark |
| Character: | Cheerful |
| Home Environment: | Apartment is ok |
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| Potential Problems: | Lively |
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| Physical: | Difficult to breed. Dams often require Cesarean section for whelping. Some are prone to slipped stifle, eyes and respiratory problems. |
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