Dog
Pronunciation:
sheef-uhn
Breed Description:
The Shiffon breed of dog is a "designer" or mixed breed that was created by crossing the Brussels Griffon with the Shih Tzu. Because of this, a breed type has not been established and the looks and temperament of the dog can greatly change from one puppy to the next. Generally, the Shiffon will have qualities of both parents. The small sized breed actually takes after the Shih Tzu in looks and has the same roundish head with the small, slightly brachycephalic muzzle, however, they do have teh slightly monkey looking face of the Brussels Griffon. They have a short body but their legs are in porportion. The Shiffon has a tail that curls slightly over their body and a short coat that covers the body well. The Shiffon can be found in any coat color.
Temperament:
The Shiffon breed of dog is a designer breed and because of this, their temperament can vary greatly.The Shiffon can be a tenacious little spirit with a heart of gold. They are usually very affectionate and loyal with their owners but they tend to be suspicious of strangers. Tehy can do well with older children but they are not recommended for homes with young children. The Shiffon is usually up for a challenge and usually forget just how small they are. They can do well with other dogs and pets and they generally spend their days delighting everyone they meet.
Height:
The average height for a Shiffon is between 8 to 11 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Shiffon is between 6 to 15 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Shiffon breed of dog has no known health problems, however, it is important to read up on both the Shih Tzu and the Brussels Griffon to be aware of the health problems your puppy may be at risk for.
Living Conditions:
The Shiffon breed of dog can reside in apartments, because of their small size, and in any other type of dwelling. They should not live outdoors.
Exercise:
The Shiffon breed of dog is a small breed but they have a large well of energy and will require daily exercise to keep them from becoming destructive. Generally, a good walk each day will be enough and since they are so small, many of their exercise needs can be met inside.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Shiffon breed of dog is usually very easy to groom and you should only need to brush it once or twice a week. The face should be washed on a daily basis and the Shiffon should be bathed once every month or two. Ears should be cleaned on a weekly basis and nails should be trimmed once or twice a month.
Origin:
The Shiffon 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 Shiffon, it is important to read up on both the Shih Tzu and the Brussels Griffon. 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.
