AKC Toy Group Breeders of the Year for 2019- St Johns Kennel- Jeffery Bazell and Jeffrey Kestner
AKC Toy Group Breeders of the Year for 2019- St Johns Kennel!
Why Should I Buy My Griffon From An AKC Breeder Of Merit?
AKC Breeder of Merit Participants demonstrate a commitment to the AKC Community, dedication to their breed(s), and actively promote the sport of purebred dogs. The AKC is proud to recognize AKC Breeders who are dedicated to breeding beautiful purebred dogs whose appearance, temperament, and ability are true to their breed. These breeders are the heart…
Does A Griffon Make A Good Family Dog?
Does a Griffon make a good family dog? The decision to have a dog has to be a “whole family” commitment not an experiment to teach children responsibility. Purchasing a Griffon is like having a baby that never grows up, but remains dependent for 12-15 years. A Griffon will bond with his caregiver. If he’s…
What about spaying/neutering?
Responsible breeders will not sell a pet Griffon without spay/neuter as part of the contract. Why? It is used by responsible breeders to maintain quality control of his/her line It prevents breeding of pet quality dogs It reduces the health risk of reproductive cancers It makes for a better behaved, cleaner pet
Is a Brussels Griffon easy to train?
If you are referring to housetraining the answer depends greatly on you! Consistency and balance in daily routine with plenty of praise is the key. Sporting, working, and herding breeds housetrain with less effort, and will hold it longer when left unconfined. There are books and pamphlets on house training. Be sure you look into…
Is this the breed for someone with allergies?
Is this breed for someone with allergies? There are exceptions, but the Brussels Griffon does not make a good pet for those suffering from allergies. If a member of the family has allergies, it is important to consult a allergist about the purchase of a dog, and follow his/her advice. Some breeders may even ask…
Does the Brussels Griffon shed?
There are two coats in this breed – the rough and the smooth. The smooth coat, like any smooth coated dog, has a seasonal shed. That means that in the spring and fall, the dead hairs fall out. The shed lasts maybe two weeks and is encouraged with warm baths followed by brushing. Regular grooming…
The Brussels Griffon: Is this the breed for you?
The Brussels Griffon: Is this the breed for you? Welcome to the wonderful world of the Brussels Griffon! This brochure answers some frequently asked questions to assist you with deciding if this breed is right for you. “Wow! What kind of dog is that?” A Brussels Griffon attracts instant attention with its’ large lustrous eyes,…
Brussels Griffon Coats
The Brussels Griffon may sport one of two coats, rough or smooth, but within these two categories one sees a wide range of variation in texture and quality. Looking first at the rough coat, one may find the extremely hard coat, or the “fluffy” softer coat, and the entire spectrum in between. It is unlikely…
The Aging Griffon
The Brussels Griffon is a long-lived breed by dog standards, often living to be 15 or older. As the Griffon ages, dilemmas in nutrition, management, and care occur more often. These are just some of the considerations. Added weight is the absolute enemy of any dog, but it can be devastating to the health of…