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Name	Brussels Griffon	Tibetan Spaniel	Border Terrier
Origins	Belgium	Tibet	England Scotland
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	94	121	92
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Belgian Griffon Brussels Griffon Griffon Griffon Bruxellois Petit Brabancon Griffon Belge	Simkhyi Tibbie	Borders
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Tibetan Spaniel? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier weight comparison:	6-12 pounds (2.5-5.5 kg)	9-15 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	9 pounds (4 kg)	12 pounds (4.1-6.8 kg)	Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier height comparison:	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7.5 inches (19 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)	Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1200	$800-$1000	$1200-$1400
Availability Which is easier to get, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Very frequent: The Brussels Griffon is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Tibetan Spaniel is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier intelligence:	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier trainability comparison.	Brussels Griffon dogs are hard to train. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Brussels Griffon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Alert Sensitive Inquisitive Selfish Watchful Companionable	Aloof Independent Happy Intelligent Assertive Willful	Alert Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Outright Tempered Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Tibetan Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	High: Brussels Griffon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Tibetan Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier social needs comparison:	Brussels Griffon dogs are a social breed. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Brussels Griffon is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Brussels Griffons, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Tibetan Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	Average: The Brussels Griffon barks occasionally. See more.	Low to Average: The Tibetan Spaniel rarely barks. See more.	Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Very house-friendly dog the Brussels Griffon breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Spaniel breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Brussels Griffon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Border Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Brussels Griffon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Tibetan Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Border Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Brussels Griffon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Tibetan Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Brussels Griffon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	The Brussels Griffon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Tibetan Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies	No data available	Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Cryptorchidism Seizures Malocclusions Pulmonic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Brussels Griffon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Tibetan Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Brussels Griffon, Tibetan Spaniel and Border Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Brussels Griffon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Tibetan Spaniel: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Brussels Griffon can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier energy level comparison:	Brussels Griffon dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Brussels Griffon dogs exercise need is minimal.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs exercise need is minimal.	Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
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Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Brussels Griffon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
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Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier coat comparison:	Rough Smooth	Silky	Rough
Colors What are the original Brussels Griffon, Tibetan Spaniel and Border Terrier color?	Black Belge Red Black & Tan	Black Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Gold	Tan Red Blue Grizzle Wheaten
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Average: The Tibetan Spaniel requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Brussels Griffon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Brussels Griffon has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Tibetan Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Brussels Griffon is an average drooler. See more.	The Tibetan Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Brussels Griffon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier?	Brussels Griffon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Tibetan Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	No Brussels Griffon dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.	Yes Tibetan Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Brussels Griffon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Tibetan Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Brussels Griffons are not recommended for elderly people.	Tibetan Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Brussels Griffon or Tibetan Spaniel or Border Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier?	Not really Brussels Griffon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Tibetan Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Brussels Griffon and Tibetan Spaniel and Border Terrier have?	1-3 puppies	3-6 puppies	2-8 puppies
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Brussels Griffon vs Tibetan Spaniel vs Border Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1910 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1983 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Small Belgian Dogs section.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	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	No data available	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 Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc. Club Espanol De Terriers

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