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Griffon - Small

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 Country/Territory: South Africa


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The Griffon is a type of dog that encompasses several breeds originally bred for hunting. Here are some key points about the Griffon type:

  1. Characteristics:

    • The Griffon type is characterized by rough- or wire-hair.
    • It includes breeds such as the Griffon Vendéenswirehaired pointers, and the smousje (Belgian companion dogs or Dutch Smoushond).
    • These dogs were originally bred for hunting purposes.
  2. Breeds within the Griffon Type:

    • Scenthounds (FCI Group 6, Section 1):
      • Grand Griffon Vendéen: Large size, coarse hair.
      • Briquet Griffon VendéenGriffon Bleu de GascogneGriffon Fauve de BretagneGriffon Nivernais: Medium size, various coat types.
    • Pointers (FCI Group 7, Section 1):
      • Spinone Italiano (Italian Griffon): Known for its wirehaired coat.
      • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Korthals Griffon: Originating in the Low Countries (Belgium, Netherlands, northern France).
      • Český Fousek (Bohemian Wirehaired Pointing Griffon), Slovak Rough-haired PointerGerman Wirehaired Pointer, and more.
    • Companion/Toy Dogs (Small Belgian Companion Dogs, “Smousje”):
      • Brussels Griffon or Griffon Bruxellois: Known for its short smooth coat.
      • Belgian Griffon or Griffon BelgeBrabancon Griffon or Petit Brabançon: Various coat types.

In summary, the Griffon type includes a diverse group of breeds, each with its own unique characteristics and history. 🐾❤️

For more information, you can explore the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) World Canine Federation.1

 
 
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