Border Terrier vs Belgian Griffon

Compare Border Terrier and Belgian Griffon 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

Border Terrier

Belgian Griffon

Breed type

Purebred

Height

28 – 40 cm

25 – 30 cm

Weight

5 – 7 kg

4 – 6 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 14 years

11 – 15 years

Child friendly

3/5

2/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

4/5

3/5

Trainability

4/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Border Terrier

Super smart

Low grooming

Easy to train

Tiny

Belgian Griffon

Easy to train

Tiny

Summary

About Border Terrier

Small, sturdy terrier originally bred on the England–Scotland border to hunt foxes. Affectionate, bonded to family, yet independent with strong prey drive. Needs 1–2 hours of daily exercise, secure fencing, and kind training. Wiry, weather-resistant coat needs brushing and occasional hand stripping.

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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.

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