Griffon Nivernais
VS
Phalène
Griffon Nivernais vs Phalène
Compare Griffon Nivernais and Phalène 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
Griffon Nivernais
Phalène
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
53 – 62 cm
27 – 28 cm
Weight
20 – 25 kg
2 – 6 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 14 years
12 – 16 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
2/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
2/5
Health
3/5
5/5
Grooming needs
1/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
Sponsored Ad
Characteristics
Griffon Nivernais
High energy
Super smart
Low grooming
Medium
Phalène
Great with kids
Low grooming
Stubborn
Tiny
Summary
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.
About Phalène
The Phalène is a small, elegant toy spaniel with drop ears, a long silky coat, and a white body marked in various colors. Lively yet sensitive and people‑oriented, it is highly trainable, enjoys dog sports, moderate daily exercise, and close companionship.
Similar breeds
View more
