Dandie Dinmont Terrier
VS
Belgian Griffon
Dandie Dinmont Terrier vs Belgian Griffon
Compare Dandie Dinmont 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
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Belgian Griffon
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
20 – 28 cm
25 – 30 cm
Weight
8 – 11 kg
4 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
5/5
2/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
4/5
Health
3/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
3/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Great with kids
Small
Belgian Griffon
Easy to train
Tiny
Summary
About Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Small, long-backed terrier with a distinctive silky topknot, the Dandie Dinmont is calm and affectionate at home but brave and determined outdoors. Originally bred to hunt otters and badgers, it has a low-shedding, high-maintenance coat and is rare, making responsible breeding vital.
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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