Dog
Pronunciation:
grif-uhn-shahy-uh-r
Breed Description:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is a toy sized breed that was developed by crossing the Brussels Griffon with the Yorkshire Terrier. It should be delicate in appearance with a thinner build and a slightly longer body. The ears are usually erect and pointed, but are generally large.
The coat of the Griffonshire is usually the wiry haired coat that is commonly seen in the Brussels Griffon, although it is occasionally silky like the Yorkshire Terrier. Generally, the coat is medium in length with shorter hair on the head. In many Griffonshire dogs there is an apparanent beard that gives the dog a scruffy appearance. The colors of the Griffonshire can be b;ue (gray) and tan,red, black and tan, black, and red with black mask.
Temperament:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is fun and playful but it definitely has a tenacious side. This is a breed that can have a big personality and it is always ready for adventure. They are usually very loyal to their family but they aren't recommended for children. In addition, the Griffonshire can be aggressive towards other dogs and small pets so it is important to properly train and socialize them.
Height:
The average height of a Griffonshire is between 6 to 8 inches.
Weight:
The average weight of a Griffonshire is between 2 to 12 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Griffonshire breed of dog has no known health problems, however, is important to research both the Brussels Griffon and the Yorkshire Terrier to be aware of any potential health problems your dog could be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is an active breed and despite their small size, they are better suited to living in a home with a small fenced yard to exercise in. They can live in apartment but they need to have their exercise needs met to make a good match for apartment living.
Exercise:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is surprisingly a very active breed and they do require about 30 minutes of exercise each day. That being said, the breed can be exercised very easily in a small yard or on a good walk and surprisingly, they can keep up with a quick pace.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is very easy to groom and only require a brushing once a week. Generally, owners opt to keep the coat clipped short and this should be done every 6 to 8 weeks. The beard of the Griffonshire does need to be washed on a regular basis but the breed doesn't have a strong doggy odor and can go several months without needing a bath. If the puppy has a wiry coat, which it inherits from the Brussels Griffon parent, then you may need to strip the coat two or three times a year to remove any dead hair.
Origin:
The Griffonshire breed of dog is a designer `hybrid`breed that has become popular over the last decade or so. There is no actual origin for the breed and if you are interested in learning more about the Griffonshire, it is important to read up on both the Brussels Griffon and the Yorkshire Terrier.
Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
