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

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

Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Inquisitive
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Cheerful

Great Pyreneess are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Griffichons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose a Great Pyrenees if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Griffichons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Asia

United States

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

Brussels Griffon and Bichon Frise

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Ancient Times

2000s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Gray
Black

Great Pyreneess have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Griffichons have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Curly

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 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 Griffichon can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Great Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Griffichons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Syringomyelia

Entropion
Cataracts

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

X-Rays
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Respiratory Tests
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Blood Tests

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Griffichons are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Great Pyrenees has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Griffichon has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Great Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 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 Griffichon, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Great Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Great Pyrenees 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, Griffichon should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Dematter
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees 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.

For an average 13-16 pound (6 - 7 kg) Griffichon feed 1 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 Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Griffichon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 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 Griffichon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

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

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

Great Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Great Pyreneess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Griffichons have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Great Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Great Pyreneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Griffichons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Great Pyreneess are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Griffichons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Great Pyreneess are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Griffichons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Great Pyreneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Griffichons may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.