Brussels Griffons are characterful little ‘velcro’ companions with an expressive, almost human face and a big emotional life — they bond hard, read your moods, and don’t cope well alone. Their semi-flat faces mean some heat and breathing sensitivity, and they can be choosy eaters and slow to house-train. Affectionate and entertaining, they suit an attentive adult home that enjoys an intense, sensitive little personality.
Brussels Griffon
- Vet-reviewed by Dr. Amara Okafor, DVM
- Last updated June 2, 2026
Breed character
A tiny dog with an almost human, whiskery expression and a personality to match — sensitive, comical and intensely attached, full of self-importance and charm.
Temperament
- Sensitive
- Comical
- Affectionate
- Alert
- Devoted
Likes
- Being with their person constantly
- Lap time and attention
- Gentle play
- A warm, calm home
Dislikes
- Being left alone
- Heat
- Rough handling
- Being ignored
Habits & quirks
- Velcro attachment and shadowing
- Expressive, 'human' facial reactions
- Sensitivity to your mood
- Choosy eating
Great for
- Attentive adult homes
- Apartment dwellers
- People wanting a characterful companion
- Owners usually at home
Think twice if…
- Owners away all day
- Hot climates
- Homes with rough young children
- People wanting an easy, robust dog
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Care, gear & guides
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