Stubborn
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Inquisitive
Aggressive
Selfish
Good-natured
Watchful
Companionable
Opinionated

Friendly
Devoted
Outgoing
Confident
Optimistic
Intelligent

Griffoneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Griffoneses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose a Flat-Coated Retriever if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

United States

England

Brussels Griffon and Pekingese

retriever, newfoundland water dog

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®

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

1990s

1800s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle

Black
Brown

Wiry

Straight

A Griffonese can have a litter of 2-4 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.

A Flat-Coated Retriever can have a litter of 10-13 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.

Griffoneses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Flat-Coated Retriever breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Cancer

Entropion
Cataracts
Lip Fold Pyoderma
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Distichiasis
Glaucoma
Histiocytosis

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Eye
Hip
Blood Test
Physical Examination

Griffoneses have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

Flat-Coated Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Griffonese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Flat-Coated Retriever has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Griffoneses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Flat-Coated Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Griffoneses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

The Griffonese is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Flat-Coated Retrievers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Flat-Coated Retriever, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Griffoneses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Flat-Coated Retriever has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Flat-Coated Retriever should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) Griffonese feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 60-80 pound (27 - 36 kg) Flat-Coated Retriever feed 3.2 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 Griffonese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Flat-Coated Retriever is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Griffonese is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 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 average per month expenses of a Flat-Coated Retriever is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Griffonese is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

Flat-Coated Retriever is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Griffoneses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Griffoneses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Flat-Coated Retriever is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Griffoneses are not suitable for children.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Griffoneses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Griffoneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Griffoneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Griffoneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Griffoneses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Flat-Coated Retrievers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.