Brussels Griffon Dog
INTRODUCTION
Brussels Griffon Dogs are Loyal, Alert, and Curious dogs they are from the Toy group. According to the AKC Breed Popularity, they rank # 97. These breeds have 2 types of coats 1-rough coat 2-smooth coat. These dogs have clownish behavior and human-like expressions they cannot be kept alone because they love to socialize and are little laughter packages for the family. They are idle as house pets. Brussels Griffon Dogs are Purebred and allergic dogs.
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HABITAT : Urban areas, including buildings, parks, and gardens
TEMPERAMENT : Sensitive, Self-important, Inquisitive, Alert, Companionable, Watchful
HYPOALLERGENIC : Yes
BREED GROUP / TYPE : Group: Toy. Type: Purebred
SOCIAL UNIT : Family
LOCATIONS : Belgium
STATUS / POPULATION : DATA DEFICIENT (IUCN) Not a threat category, Population, and distribution data is insufficient for assessment
MAMMALS: DOGS AND RELATIVES – CANIDAE
KEY FACTS
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
Kingdom – Animalia
Phylum – Chordate
Class – Mammals
Order – Carnivora
Family – Canidae
Genus – Canis
Genus Species – Canis lupus
INTERESTING FACTS
1- Brussels griffons typically live from 12 to 15 years
2- The breed comes from the German Affenpinscher and the Belgian street dog
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CALLING NAMES / SCIENTIFIC NAME
Calling names: Brussels Griffon Dog
Scientific name: Canis lupus -
COLOUR VARIATIONS
Black, Belge, Black & Tan, Blue, Brown, Red
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COAT TYPE
Double Coat
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LIFE SPAN
10 - 15 years
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APPROXIMATE SIZE : LENGTH / HEIGHT
Length: 25 - 28cm (10 - 11in)
Height: 25 - 28cm (10 - 11in) -
TAIL
Set and carried high. If docked, two-thirds is removed. If natural, the tail is carried upright with the tip towards the back, but never curled or touching the back. Serious Faults: A naturally short, or curled tail
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WEIGHT
3 - 5 kg
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BREEDING SEASON
Throughout the year
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REPRODUCTION / GESTATION PERIOD
Reproduction: One or two times a year
Gestation period: 63 days -
LITTER SIZE
1 - 10 puppies
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LOOK A LIKE
Shih Tzu
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FARM ANIMAL
No
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FOUNDED IN / DISCOVERED
1910
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ORIGIN
Belgium
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DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide
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OCCURRENCE
Families:
Species: -
FUEL FOR LIFE / TROPHIC LEVEL
Omnivores
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TO HUMANS
Brussels griffons are smart and friendly little dogs with tons of personality, perfect for families
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AS A PET
Recommended
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KIDS FAVOURITE
Yes
