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

Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Sweet
Fearless
Good-natured
Cheerful

Griffoneses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

New Rottlands are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

United States

United States

Brussels Griffon and Pekingese

Rottweiler, Newfoundland

1990s

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Brindle

Black
Brown
Fawn
Sable
Brindle

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 New Rottland can have a litter of 8-12 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 are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

New Rottlands are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Subaortic Stenosis

Entropion
Cataracts
Lip Fold Pyoderma
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

Entropion
Ectropion
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Blood Tests

Cardiac
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Eye and Ear Examination

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

New Rottland has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

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

New Rottlands have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Griffoneses 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.

New Rottlands are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 New Rottland, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Griffoneses 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.

In general most New Rottlands usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

The New Rottland requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
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 130-150 pound (59 - 68 kg) New Rottland feed 4.5 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 New Rottland is somewhere $4.50 - $5.60 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 New Rottland is between $134 - $168. This makes an average of $1608 - $2016 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.

Griffoneses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

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

New Rottlands are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Griffoneses are not suitable for children.

New Rottlands are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

New Rottlands are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Griffoneses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

New Rottlands have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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

New Rottlands are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.