Brazilian Terrier
VS
Griffon Nivernais
Brazilian Terrier vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare Brazilian Terrier and Griffon Nivernais 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
Brazilian Terrier
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
33 – 40 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
8 – 12 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 14 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Brazilian Terrier
Small
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Brazilian Terrier
The Brazilian Terrier is a medium‑small, athletic, tricolor farm terrier from Brazil, bred for ratting and watchdog work. Energetic, intelligent, and often bonded to one person, it needs daily exercise, consistent positive training, and mental stimulation. Grooming is simple; sourcing puppies abroad can be difficult.
About Griffon Nivernais
The Griffon Nivernais is an ancient French, medium‑sized scenthound with a shaggy grey‑fawn coat and rustic look. Bred for boar and deer, it’s energetic outdoors yet calm and affectionate at home. Sociable with other dogs, it needs ample exercise, mental work and gentle, patient training.
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