English Toy Terrier
VS
Griffon Nivernais
English Toy Terrier vs Griffon Nivernais
Compare English Toy 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
English Toy Terrier
Griffon Nivernais
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
53 – 62 cm
Weight
2 – 4 kg
20 – 25 kg
Life expectancy
11 – 13 years
12 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
2/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
2/5
1/5
Shedding
2/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
Sponsored Ad
Characteristics
English Toy Terrier
Low grooming
Easy to train
Tiny
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About English Toy Terrier
Small, elegant black-and-tan toy terrier with a fine but athletic build and low‑maintenance short coat. Loyal and people-focused, often bonding closely with one person. Lively, intelligent and sensitive, needs daily exercise, mental stimulation and protection from temperature extremes.
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.
Similar breeds
View more
