Brussels Griffon has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Sarplaninac has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Brussels Griffons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Sarplaninac is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Alert
Inquisitive
Sensitive
Companionable
Selfish
Watchful

Independent
Devoted
Protective
Calm
Intelligent
Reliable

Brussels Griffons shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Sarplaninacs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Brussels Griffons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Sarplaninacs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Belgium

Macedonia
Serbia

griffons d’ecurie, affenpinscher, pug, english toy spaniel

Molosser

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

1800s

Ancient

Toy (AKC:1910)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Guardian Dog (UKC)

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Fawn
Red
Cream

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Sable
Brown

Brussels Griffons have short coats.

Sarplaninacs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

A Brussels Griffon can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Sarplaninac can have a litter of 12-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Brussels Griffons are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Sarplaninacs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

While the Brussels Griffon breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Sarplaninacs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Bone And Joint Problems
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Allergies
Difficulty In Breeding
Kidney Problems

Patellar Luxation
Obesity

Heart
Hips
Blood And Urine Protein Screens
X-Rays

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Ear Examination
Eye Tests
Blood Panel

Brussels Griffons are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Sarplaninacs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Brussels Griffon has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Sarplaninac has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Brussels Griffons need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Sarplaninacs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Brussels Griffons are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Sarplaninacs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Brussels Griffon is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Sarplaninac drools quite a bit, consider a different breed if drool is unappealing.

Brussels Griffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Sarplaninac dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Nap, Toys, Chewing, Playing, Napping, Walking, Sniffing, Shake, Walk

Going for walks

Brussels Griffons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Sarplaninacs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Brussels Griffon, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Sarplaninac, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Brussels Griffons usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Sarplaninacs usually need at least 65 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Brussels Griffons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Sarplaninac has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Brussels Griffon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Sarplaninac should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 6-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Brussels Griffon feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 77-99 pound (35 - 45 kg) Sarplaninac feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Brussels Griffon is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Sarplaninac is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Brussels Griffon is between $42 - $56. This makes an average of $504 - $672 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Sarplaninac is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Brussels Griffon has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Sarplaninacs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Sarplaninacs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Brussels Griffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Sarplaninac is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Brussels Griffons are not suitable for children.

Sarplaninacs have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Brussels Griffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Sarplaninacs are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Brussels Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sarplaninacs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Brussels Griffons have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Sarplaninacs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Brussels Griffons can be difficult to train and require consistent and patient training.

Sarplaninacs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.