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Griffon Fauve De Bretagne

Medium Breed

The Griffon Fauve De Bretagne is a very sociable breed, happy to meet new people in any situation. The friendliness and affection of the breed have helped make it a very popular family dog.

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Breed standards

Country of origin

France

Weight

51 lbs/23 kgs

Height

48-56 cm/19-22 inches (standards may vary)

Coat

Coat is very rough, harsh and fairly short, never woolly or curly.

Markings

Fawn coloured, from golden wheaten to brick red. Small white star can be found on the chest.

Lifespan

Average 12 years

They are also very talented hunters, loving the chase and the exercise it offers. These good-natured dogs are loved by all who come across them.

Temperament

The Griffon Fauve De Bretagne is a sociable and affectionate breed with a passion for hunting and activity. Intelligent and easy going, the Griffon Fauve De Bretagne will obey its master without question, once trained. Consistent training along with patience is required to achieve the best results.

  • Poor
    Children
    Good
  • Very
    Combativeness
    Not very
  • Very
    Dominance
    Not very
  • Not very
    Friendliness
    Good
  • Not very
    Independence
    Very
  • Loud
    Noise
    Quiet
  • Not very
    Trainability
    Very

Good to know

The Griffon Fauve De Bretagne is a wonderful breed with a loving and affectionate temperament. The Griffon Fauve De Bretagne was originally bred as a hunting breed used to hunt hare, fox, roe deer and wild boar.

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  • A good companion
  • An excellent hunter
  • Can make a good watchdog
  • Happy in most climates
  • Good for a novice owner
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  • Coat needs some grooming
  • Not suited to apartment living
  • Best with acreage