Human orientation
Very high score: affectionate and devoted. Behavior depends on upbringing.
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Petit Brabanson
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History of the Petit Brabanson breed
Origin: Belgium
Comes from Belgium. He was bred from smusye - small, hard-haired dogs that caught rats in stables. Petit Brabanson is a type of Belgian griffon with short, smooth hair. In the FCI classification, it belongs to group 9.
Petit Brabanson is a small (about 18-23 cm, 3.5-6.5 kg) Belgian dog with short smooth hair, flat face and expressive eyes. Affectionate, loyal, playful and smart. Requires attention of the owner, caution with breathing and heat.
SizeMiniature
OriginBelgium
Life is nearby
Suitable for both an apartment and a house, if the owner spends a lot of time nearby. Loves attention and does not tolerate prolonged loneliness.
Walks
Two walks a day for 20-30 minutes are enough. In the heat, the load is limited.
Training
Smart and responsive, eager to learn. Classes are short, with treats and praise.
Care
Short hair is combed about once a week, bathed occasionally. Eyes, folds on the face and ears are examined, claws are trimmed, teeth are cleaned. It sheds moderately all year round.
Children
Affectionate and tolerant, but tiny: rough games with babies are dangerous. Contacts under supervision.
Other animals
Usually gets along well with other pets. Early socialization helps maintain confidence.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Medium-high rating: clever.
Zooaggression
Medium-high score: usually peaceful.
Health and reproductive risks
There is no comparable survival estimate for the breed in the British cohort used. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
High score: Short coat, but needs grooming of face and eyes.
Health
Breed screening
Breed screening includes assessment of the respiratory tract: a flat muzzle causes brachycephalic syndrome. Ask the breeder for documents on the results of examinations of both parents.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: dysplasia of hip joints is described. Lameness, pain, or reluctance to move require a veterinary examination.
Eyes and heart
Eyes are checked during routine examinations: cataract is described. Keep your dog cool in the heat.
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