English Toy Griffon Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the English Toy Griffon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Loving
Happy
Alert
Sensitive
Affectionate
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Reserved

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

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Brussels Griffon and English Toy Spaniel

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Brown

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
Pied

The coat of an English Toy Griffon falls in the medium length category.

Wiry

An English Toy Griffon can have a litter of 3-5 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.

English Toy Griffons 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 English Toy Griffon 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.

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Seborrhea

X-Rays
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood Chemistry

English Toy Griffon 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 English Toy Griffon is a breed that requires a significant amount of sleep. They have a tendency to take naps during the day and enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle.

English Toy Griffons 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 English Toy Griffon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Toy Griffons 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.

The English Toy Griffon is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

English Toy Griffon 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
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-14 pound (4 - 6 kg) English Toy Griffon 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 an English Toy Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Toy Griffon 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.

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.

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

English Toy Griffons are not the most kid-friendly dogs. If you have children, you might want to reconsider adopting another dog as a companion.

English Toy Griffons are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

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

English Toy Griffons are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

English Toy Griffons have an average level of playfulness. The English Toy Griffons, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

English Toy Griffon 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.