Comparison: Brussels Griffon and Belgian Griffon

Brussels Griffon and Belgian Griffon are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Brussels Griffon
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Belgian Griffon
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Brussels GriffonBelgian Griffon
FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originBelgiumBelgium
CategoryVery small (toy)–
Height at withers18–20 cm–
Weight3.5–6 kg3.5–6 kg
Life span12–15 years–
Recognition features
  • Flat face with a beard and prominent eyes
  • Rough wiry or smooth coat
  • Compact build up to 5 kg
  • Harsh, slightly wavy, trimmed coat with beard and moustache
  • Black or black-and-tan colouring (the Brussels Griffon is red)
  • Almost human facial expression
CoatRough wiry or smooth coat.Harsh, naturally stiff, slightly wavy (not curly) coat with undercoat, trimmed; thick beard and moustache around the muzzle and eyebrows above the eyes. Black or black and tan (tan on the legs, chest, cheeks, above the eyes, inside the ears and under the tail); an admixture of red-brown is allowed, though pure black and black and tan are preferred.
PurposeA Belgian stable and cab dog, a ratter; flat face added through crosses with pugs.A small guardian and companion dog, originally bred to guard carriages and keep stables free of rodents.

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