Griffichon Breed Information & Characteristics

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Griffichons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Cheerful

Griffichon dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The Griffichon breed is one of the worst choice if you want a good watchdog.

United States

Brussels Griffon and Bichon Frise

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

2000s

Brown

Black

White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

The coat of a Griffichon falls in the medium length category.

Curly

A Griffichon can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Griffichons are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Griffichon is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Syringomyelia

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Griffichons may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Griffichon have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Griffichon dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

The Griffichon breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

The Griffichon is a vocal breed, with a tendency to bark and howl frequently. They may not be the best fit for those seeking a quiet companion. Their barks can vary and can indicate different emotions and needs.

Griffichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Griffichon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Griffichons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

This breed is known for having high grooming needs.

Ideally, Griffichon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 13-16 pound (6 - 7 kg) Griffichon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Griffichon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Griffichon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Griffichon have below the average degree of obedience intelligence among other breeds. However, calling them “dumb dogs” is unfair. Where Griffichons lack in obedience & working intelligence, they make up for it with their keen ability to understand human emotions.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Griffichons are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Griffichons are average friendly dogs towards children.

Griffichons are very cat friendly dogs. They generally make good companions for cats.

Griffichons are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Griffichons are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Griffichon is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Griffichon is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Griffichon may require more time, repetition and patience to learn commands than other breeds, and can be challenging to teach new things, but with patience and consistency, they can be trained.