Which Things Should You Know When It Comes To The Brussels Griffon?

The Brussels Griffon (often called the "Belgian
Griffon") belongs to the toy breed category.
They have wide set eyes, a flat face and rough
coat. The breed is believed to have first came
into existence during the early 1800s. They were
first bred for hunting small vermin and later
guarding coaches. They're popular as a companion
dog for less active owners these days. Attributes
such as their "Ewok-like" appearance and tendency
to bark are what they are recognizable by. Their
breeding lineage includes the Affenpinscher,
Belgian street dogs and the Pug and are known to
have come from the city of Brussels in Belgium.

They are categorized as a small sized breed. The
appropriate male measurements are 9-11 inches
high with a weight of 8-10 pounds. Their
disposition is well-known to be confident,
self-important and protective. They're mostly
snappy towards people they're not familiar with,
but their small size means they are mostly
unsuitable as a protection dog. They are ranked
equal 59th in comparison with every other dog
when being trained to comprehend new obedience
commands, and are identified as being fairly
smart.

They are suitable (if the kids are older) as a
family pet, due to the fact they are good with
kids. They do combine peacefully with other
animals such as other dogs and animals they can
become playmates with. Grooming them is a
demanding (if their coat is kept long)
assignment. They need regular brushing of their
coat every day or two, and a full-body groom
every 6 to 8 weeks. They enjoy having a small
(though doesn't always need one) yard that gives
them room to run around, but can easily be suited
to apartment life.

As is the case with a good number of small sized
dogs, they're largely long-lived with an expected
life of 12-15 years. They can be susceptible to
cataracts, PRA and heat sensitivity, but their
most common health risk is eye injuries or
breathing problems. Activities like running
around the house or agility will keep them
entertained. They have a low to medium level of
energy, and that calls for short walks every day
to prevent hyperactivity or other destructive
behavior.

You must be willing to start training them early
and give them lots of attention if you bring home
the Brussels Griffon. They're perfect for less
active owners or families with older children,
but not an ideal option for families with
smaller children. Perhaps the best thing
regarding this dog is it has a low level of
energy and requires little exercise to wear them
out.


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