Brussels Griffon puppies for sale in Manitoba

Breed history

The Brussels Griffon (also known as the Griffon Bruxellois) originated in Brussels, Belgium, in the early 19th century. Originally bred to hunt and eliminate rats in stables, they were created by crossing small terrier-type dogs with toy breeds like the Pug and King Charles Spaniel. This blend gave them their expressive, human-like faces and charming personalities. The breed became popular among European nobility in the late 1800s, particularly after Queen Marie Henriette of Belgium took an interest in them. Their royal popularity helped them spread throughout Europe and later to North America, where they remain cherished as companion dogs rather than working animals.