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# The Belgian Griffon: temperament, price, health, and breeders
Belgium
Small lively and affectionate Belgian dog, very attached to its owner and comfortable in an apartment.
Size SmallLife expectancy 12–15 yearsBudget ≈ €81/monthPuppy €700 – €900
[Find a breeder 3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=belgian-griffon)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Fair
Daily exercise needs Moderate
Apartment living Very good
First-time owners Very good
Other pets Very good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Limited
Strengths and weaknesses
- Urban format: Its small size and good level of adaptability make it a companion very comfortable in an apartment.
- Affectionate dog: It generally forms a strong bond with its family and readily seeks contact.
- Intelligence: It understands quickly and responds well to consistent and positive training.
- Difficult solitude: Very attached to his owner, he copes poorly with prolonged absences.
- Eye vigilance: His prominent eyes require regular attention and a quick reaction to the slightest problem.
- Coat maintenance: His harsh coat remains fairly easy to live with, but it requires brushing and sometimes stripping.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Apartment living: It thrives well in an urban home if daily outings are ensured.
- People often at home: It is well suited to households able to offer it companionship and interaction.
- Fans of expressive small dogs: Its lively character and attachment to its owner appeal to those looking for a true companion dog.
Not recommended for
- Prolonged absences: This is not the best choice for a household where the dog would often be left alone.
- Completely minimal maintenance: Its coat and eyes require a minimum of regular monitoring.
- Looking for a very athletic dog: It enjoys activity, but its needs remain moderate rather than intense.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
23 cmBelgian Griffon
- Height at the withers
- 18–28 cm
- Weight
- 3–6 kg
- Coat
- Medium-long, harsh
- FCI group
- 9
- Origin
- Belgium
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Belgian Griffon in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Belgian Griffon belongs to the family of small Belgian dogs along with the Brussels Griffon and the Petit Brabançon. It descends from the Smousje, an old small rough-haired dog from the Brussels region, formerly used to guard carriages and hunt rodents in stables. The breed gained popularity at the beginning of the 20th century before being definitively recognized by the FCI in 1954.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Belgian Griffon is a small dog with a square format, elegant and well built despite its reduced size. It measures about 18 to 28 cm at the withers for 3 to 6 kg. Its round and expressive head, its very short muzzle, its large dark eyes and its harsh coat, fuller around the face, give it a very characteristic expression. Its coat is black or black and tan, with a medium-length coat, rough and slightly wavy.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Belgian Griffon is an alert, affectionate and intelligent dog, very close to its family. It is alert, courageous and proud without being aggressive. Its temperament is generally balanced, sometimes with a slight reserve or shyness, especially if it has been poorly socialized.
Affectionate Intelligent Easy to train Sociable
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
It is above all a companion dog that likes to live indoors and share its owner's daily life. It does not tolerate prolonged solitude well and readily seeks human contact. Its need for exercise remains moderate, but it appreciates daily walks and small games that stimulate its liveliness.
Training
## Training and socialization
His training is made easier by his intelligence and his strong attachment to his owner. The Belgian Griffon responds well to a consistent method, gentle and firm at the same time, with early socialization to limit shyness. Short, positive and regular sessions are well suited to this small, sensitive and attentive dog.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Belgian Griffon
The Belgian Griffon is a fairly confidential breed whose price depends mainly on the seriousness of the breeding, the lineage and the quality of the puppy’s socialization. At the time of purchase, it is preferable to prioritize health transparency and the breeder’s follow-up rather than an abnormally low price.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-griffon/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Belgian Griffon generally has fairly robust health for a small companion dog, provided it comes from a serious selection and is monitored regularly. Its compact size and active temperament do not prevent it from being exposed to a few orthopedic and ocular fragilities that deserve real vigilance.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-griffon/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Belgian Griffon needs a complete, digestible diet adapted to its small size. The quality of the ration matters more than the volume, because this dog must remain slim while maintaining good muscle mass.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/belgian-griffon/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Belgian Griffon is distinguished above all from the Brussels Griffon by its color, black or black and tan, whereas their morphology is very similar. With the Petit Brabançon, they form the three recognized small Belgian dogs. Despite its appearance as a companion dog, it retains in its history a past as a small helper in stables and a hunter of pests.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Belgian Griffon
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Belgian Griffon live in an apartment?
Yes, it adapts very well to apartment living if its daily walks and need for companionship are met.
### Does the Belgian Griffon shed a lot?
No, its shedding remains fairly moderate and it generally loses little hair, but its wiry coat requires regular grooming.
### Is the Belgian Griffon easy to train?
Yes, it generally learns well thanks to its intelligence and attachment to its owner, provided that gentle, consistent, and early training is used.
## Find a Belgian Griffon breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Belgian Griffon breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Belgian Griffon breeders by country
[11 breeders of Belgian Griffon in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon/italy) [9 breeders of Belgian Griffon in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon/germany) [7 breeders of Belgian Griffon in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon/denmark) [3 breeders of Belgian Griffon in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon) [1 breeder of Belgian Griffon in Switzerland](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon/switzerland)
[All breeders of Belgian Griffon in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon)
## Ready to welcome a Belgian Griffon?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-belgian-griffon)
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