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

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

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Selfish
Cheerful

United States

United States

Brussels Griffon and English Toy Spaniel

Bichon Frise, Scottish Terrier

Unknown

2009

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Cream
Fawn
Pied

Black
Brown
Gray
Cream

English Toy Griffons have medium-length coats.

Scotchons are known for their coat length.

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.

A Scotchon 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.

English Toy Griffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

While the English Toy Griffon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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

Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Patellar Luxation
Scottie Cramp
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Seborrhea

Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bladder Stones

X-Rays
ECG
Cardiac Ultrasound
Blood Chemistry

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Count
Allergy Testing
DNA for VWD

English Toy Griffons require significant sleep and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with daytime naps.

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

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.

Scotchons 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 English Toy Griffon, 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 Scotchon, it's at least 7 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.

In general most Scotchons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

The average cost of an English Toy Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Scotchon is somewhere $1.30 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Scotchon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

English Toy Griffons are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

English Toy Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Scotchons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

English Toy Griffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Scotchons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Toy Griffons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

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