Belgian Griffon
VS
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Belgian Griffon vs German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Compare Belgian Griffon and German Spaniel (Wachtelhund) side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Belgian Griffon
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
45 – 54 cm
Weight
4 – 6 kg
18 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
1/5
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Characteristics
Belgian Griffon
Easy to train
Tiny
German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Quiet
Easy to train
Medium
Summary
About Belgian Griffon
Small, sturdy toy dog from Brussels with a humanlike “monkey face” and big eyes. Rough, wiry coat in black or black and tan. Deeply attached, sensitive, and people focused, they are lively, intelligent, alert watchdogs who thrive on gentle training, company, and regular grooming.
About German Spaniel (Wachtelhund)
Medium, robust German hunting spaniel built for dense cover, with a thick, weather‑resistant coat in brown or brown-white. Very loyal, often one-person focused yet family friendly. Highly energetic, driven working gundog that needs intensive exercise and meaningful tasks; still uncommon outside Germany.
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