Belgian Griffon
VS
Russkiy Toy
Belgian Griffon vs Russkiy Toy
Compare Belgian Griffon and Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
22 – 27 cm
Weight
4 – 6 kg
2 – 3 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 15 years
11 – 12 years
Child friendly
2/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Belgian Griffon
Easy to train
Tiny
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
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 Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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