The AKC Standard is the blueprint for the Brussels Griffon. It tells us exactly how the dog should look, move, and act. Following the Standard means we can have consistency in their look and temperament. Much like you would want a contractor to know building codes, breeders should know the Standard. Without it, it may as well be a different breed or a mix.

The purpose of dog shows is to have an impartial third party evaluate your breeding prospects. AKC Judges examine how closely the dog resembles the Standard, the condition of the dog, and how they act/move.

So this means when we say a dog is a good representation of the breed, you don’t have to just take our word for it. The AKC titles we have worked for are the evidence to back up that claim.

Griffons can live on average 12-15 years. To ensure that time is as comfortable as possible, health testing every generation of Fist Face Griffons is an integral part of our program. We post ALL results, good or bad, and are happy to discuss how that factors into our decision making process. Testing is a wonderful tool that can help us better predict the success of our puppies.

Our regular testing protocol includes:

Patellar Luxation

Eye Exam - By an ophthalmologist

Basic Cardiac - By a cardiologist

DNA/Color Testing

Hips

Preservation of Brussels Griffons and all purebred dog breeds is a collaborative effort. Breed clubs and All Breed Clubs are an integral part of public education, breeder education, and more.

Linda and Rod Vance have been members of the American Brussels Griffon Association since 1996.

Linda is the ABGA Secretary and has been since the year 2000.

Kambria Ledesma has been a member of the ABGA since 2005.

Kambria is the ABGA Treasurer, elected in 2020. She is also a member of the National Brussels Griffon Club, the Bulldog Club of America, and the Sheboygan Kennel Club.

All three are AKC Breeders of Merit of Brussels Griffons