Brussels Griffon, originally from Belgium. Regarding its ancestor, many people speculate that it is the German monkey-faced terrier, but there is no definite evidence to prove whether it is. For the Brussels Griffon, its place among pet dogs is closely related to its unique appearance. It has a mustache and looks very similar to the Celestial Master Zhong Kui in ancient Chinese mythology. In the past, this dog was very favored by the royal family. Nowadays, many people have a very good impression of this dog and feel that this dog has a different kind of charm compared with other toy dogs. So, what should everyone pay attention to when choosing?
1. Body shape
The weight of the Brussels Griffon is about 8 to 10 pounds, and cannot exceed 12 pounds, otherwise the body will have serious health problems. The distance from shoulder to thigh and height at withers should be equal, the dog should be well-proportioned and have an overall square appearance. Its bones need to be thick and have sufficient bone mass to ensure good development in the later period.
2. Head
The head of the Brussels Griffon is very distinctive, and the facial features tend to be crowded together, especially like a The "little old man" usually still shows a human demeanor. In addition, its skull appears large and round, and its forehead is hemispherical and slightly convex.
3. Ears
The ears of the Brussels Griffon are extremely small and placed high on the skull. From a distance, they look like they are tied. Two round heads, playful and cute. It is worth noting that these ears must be in a semi-erected position in their natural state, otherwise the dog will be defective.
4. Eyes
The eyes of the Brussels Griffon are moderately spaced, large and round, and have a clear tendency to protrude outward. In addition, the Brussels Griffon also has a pair of black and long eyelashes, and there are dark circles around the eyes.
5. Nose
The tip of the nose is very thick, dark and shiny, slightly short and not prominent enough, but the nostrils are still relatively large. Special attention should be paid to the nose. If the nose is light in color or has a butterfly nose, it is considered a defect, so be extra careful when selecting.
6. Mouth
There is no fat on the edges of the lips, and the edges are black. In addition, the lower jaw of the Brussels Griffon is relatively protruding and arched upward. When the dog closes its mouth, no teeth can be seen at all. Missing teeth are considered disqualifying.
7. Hair
Its hair is bristly, hard and dense. Its head is completely covered with hair, and its eyes, nose, face and chin are surrounded by long hair, but as long as it is combed a little, it will not look messy. When selecting, be careful to choose dogs whose hair is sticky and will fall off when touched, and may be accompanied by some skin diseases. Its coat colors mainly include red, mottled, black and brown. Remember that white markings in the hair are considered disqualifying.
The Brussels Griffon is a dog breed that is extremely docile by nature, but it will show a strong sense of self-protection when facing strangers, so everyone will be a little cold-hearted when choosing them at the beginning. , but it only takes a while to be in contact. Okay, that’s it for today’s sharing.