Griffon Korthals

A rustic, ultra lively dog made for adventure!

🏞 Old-school origins

The Griffon Korthals is a bit of the OG of hunting dogs. Already mentioned by Xenophon in the 4th century BC, it has crossed eras without losing its flow. But it was in the 19th century that the good old Eduard Karel Korthals, a passionate Dutchman, decided to refine the breed with ultra-precise crossings. The result? A robust, agile dog with a mustache and beard that give it a badass wise old sage look.

🐕 The style of the Griffon Korthals

This pup is all muscle and flair. It has an elongated silhouette and a solid build that allow it to be a real speedster on the field. Its serious expression, enhanced by its big eyebrows, hides a playful and ultra-energetic temperament. Clearly, this is not the chill indoor dog lounging on a couch.

🔍 In brief

• Hypoallergenic? ✅ Yes

• Weight? 20-30 kg

• Height? 50-60 cm

• Lifespan? 10-14 years

• Exercise needs? 2 to 3 hours/day minimum

❤️ Personality & compatibility

• Intelligence ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Affectionate ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Protective ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Playful ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

• Vocalizations (barks loudly and often) ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Obedient ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (has character!)

• Hunter ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Calm ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Athletic ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆

• Independent ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

🤝 Compatibility

• Children? ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (gentle but full of energy)

• Animals? ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (essential socialization)

• Strangers? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (super sociable)

• Apartment? ⭐☆☆☆☆ (no way, it needs a lot of space)

💡 Outdoor team required!

The Korthals Griffon was designed to move 24/7. If you're more of a Netflix marathoner than a forest trail runner, keep looking. It needs a garden, sports activities, and mental stimulation to avoid becoming unmanageable. Its ideal human? Someone super active, ready to share long hikes and intensive play sessions.

🛠 Hygiene & care

• Maintenance difficulty? ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (hard coat, low maintenance but regular brushing)

• Maintenance cost? 💸 ⭐⭐⭐☆☆

• Care frequency? ✂️ ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
  ✏️ Tips: Brush it once a week to avoid tangles. Also check its ears, eyes, and teeth to prevent infections.

💰 Budget

• Purchase price? 700-900 €

• Average annual cost?800-1000€ (food, vet, accessories)