Pictures taken 3.17.2009
Male, 16 weeks old
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Griffon is a sturdy toy dog of square proportions with a domed head,
undershot jaw, very short nose and lustrous eyes. The head is large in
comparison to the body. The Brussels Griffon's pout gives him an almost
human expression. To some viewers he resembles a miniature Boxer. There
are two types: Rough-Coated (harsh wiry and dense), and Smooth-Coated
or Petit Brabancon variety (short, straight, glossy). The Brabancon
needs less grooming. Griffons come in red, a mixture of red-brown &
black, black & tan, and solid black. Ears are generally
cropped and the tail is docked and carried high, though cropping the
ears is optional. The Griffon is an intelligent cheerful dog with a terrier-like disposition. With lots of personality, they make a fine companion dog. It is affectionate, and charming. Lively and curious, they love everyone. It must be raised in the house with the family, and is not suited for kennel life. The Griffon is good with other dogs and even with cats. If you feed them table scraps, they may become gluttonous or picky eaters. They make good watchdogs and can be taught to perform tricks. Because of this dogs almost human looking facial expression, they have not only been nicknamed "monkey face", but are prone to being treated as if they are not dogs, but little humans. |
Pictures taken 3.17.2009 Male, 16 weeks old | ||
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