The Griffon is a type of dog that encompasses several breeds originally bred for hunting. Here are some key points about the Griffon type:

1. Characteristics:

   • The Griffon type is characterized by rough- or wire-hair.
   • It includes breeds such as the Griffon Vendéens, wirehaired pointers, and the smousje (Belgian companion dogs or Dutch Smoushond).
   • These dogs were originally bred for hunting purposes.

2. Breeds within the Griffon Type:

   • Scenthounds (FCI Group 6, Section 1):
     • Grand Griffon Vendéen: Large size, coarse hair.
     • Briquet Griffon Vendéen, Griffon Bleu de Gascogne, Griffon Fauve de Bretagne, Griffon Nivernais: Medium size, various coat types.
   • Pointers (FCI Group 7, Section 1):
     • Spinone Italiano (Italian Griffon): Known for its wirehaired coat.
     • Wirehaired Pointing Griffon or Korthals Griffon: Originating in the Low Countries (Belgium, Netherlands, northern France).
     • Český Fousek (Bohemian Wirehaired Pointing Griffon), Slovak Rough-haired Pointer, German Wirehaired Pointer, and more.
   • Companion/Toy Dogs (Small Belgian Companion Dogs, “Smousje”):
     • Brussels Griffon or Griffon Bruxellois: Known for its short smooth coat.
     • Belgian Griffon or Griffon Belge, Brabancon Griffon or Petit Brabançon: Various coat types.

In summary, the Griffon type includes a diverse group of breeds, each with its own unique characteristics and history. 🐾❤️

For more information, you can explore the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) World Canine Federation.1