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Our Scout is the Sweetest

Reader Stories: Living with a Brussels Griffon

From Pat Turcic

Dog's Name & Age: 


Scout

3 years old

In a Word, My Brussels Is… 


The sweetest!

Best Characteristics of the Breed 


Polite, smart, shows feelings, fun, mischievous, loves to be with people

Most Challenging Characteristics of the Breed 


Can be stubborn at times and not come when called

When, Where and How I Got My Brussels Griffon 


Scout really belongs to my older daughter, but she is considered the family dog. We bought her at a pet store when she was 4 months old. She will be 3 on September 25th.

I'd Describe My Dog As… 


Our dog Scout is so human like. She loves to sleep in our bed.

She knows a few tricks and it was easy to teach her them. She can sit, give us her paw, lie down and act like she was shot when we say "bang." She then rolls over on her back. She is spayed and she has no medical problems.

Advice 

  • Brussels Griffons are so lovable and great around children. She is definitely a people dog. She loves attention from kids and grown-ups. She loves to ride in the car with us. She will jump up on our lap and loves to be held.

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