Brussels Griffon rescue dogs and puppies for adoption and rehoming in the UK

Brussels Griffons and Brussels Griffon crosses looking for new homes with rescues and rehoming centres across the UK, gathered in one place. Adult Brussels Griffons are usually small dogs, though crosses can vary.

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Newest rescue dogs across the UK

No Brussels Griffons today, but these are the latest dogs listed with UK rescues, every breed. The right dog is often one you were not searching for.

Chance, american bulldog for adoption in Great SheffordNEW

Chance

5 years • Male • American Bulldog

Largelow energy
National Animal Welfare Trust Berkshire· Great Shefford
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Spiffing, greyhound for adoption in Great SheffordNEW

Spiffing

5 years • Male • Greyhound

Largehigh energy
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
National Animal Welfare Trust Berkshire· Great Shefford
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Hugo, german shepherd cross for adoption in Aspley GuiseNEW

Hugo

1 year, 5 months • Male • German Shepherd Cross

Largehigh energy
National Animal Welfare Trust Bedfordshire· Aspley Guise
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Polly, italian mastiff cane corso cross for adoption in Aspley GuiseNEW

Polly

5 years • Female • Italian Mastiff Cane Corso Cross

Giantlow energy
Can live with:Other dogs
National Animal Welfare Trust Bedfordshire· Aspley Guise
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Ranger, greyhound for adoption in Aspley GuiseNEW

Ranger

6 years • Male • Greyhound

Large
Can live with:ChildrenOther dogs
National Animal Welfare Trust Bedfordshire· Aspley Guise
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Al, greyhound for adoption in StadhamptonNEW

Al

5 years • Male • Greyhound

Largelow energy
Can live with:Other dogs
Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary· Stadhampton
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Billy, greyhound for adoption in StadhamptonNEW

Billy

3 years • Male • Greyhound

Large
Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary· Stadhampton
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Blu, french bulldog for adoption in StadhamptonNEW

Blu

8 years • Female • French Bulldog

Smalllow energy
Can live with:Children
Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary· Stadhampton
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Breeds with dogs available now

Breed labels on rescue listings are often a best guess, and every dog is an individual. Read the profile, then ask the rescue about the dog’s history, what they can live with and the home they need.

Brussels Griffon health and care

The Royal Kennel Club lists this breed as the Griffon Bruxellois.

SizeSmall
ExerciseUp to 30 minutes per day
GroomingMore than once a week
Coat lengthMedium
ShedsYes
LifespanOver 12 years

Common Brussels Griffon health concerns

Breed-associated conditions worth asking any rescue about before you adopt. A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had.

Inherited eye conditions

The Royal Kennel Club asks Griffon Bruxellois breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois →

Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS)

In August 2026 The Royal Kennel Club recognised a breathing test for the Griffon Bruxellois under the KC Respiratory Function Grading scheme, and says it will be added to its Health Standard from January 2027.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois →

Points of concern for show judges

The Royal Kennel Club puts the Griffon Bruxellois in Breed Watch Category 2 and asks show judges to look out for: incorrect hind conformation and/or poor rear movement.

Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Breed Watch, Griffon Bruxellois →

Editorial summary for adopters, not medical advice. Ask the rescue about a specific dog's health, and speak to your vet for individual guidance.

Brussels Griffons in the UK: your questions

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How many rescue Brussels Griffons are available for adoption in the UK?

As of 8 November 2026, no Brussels Griffons are listed for adoption in the UK on LocalPetFinder. Rescues add animals all the time, so this page fills as they list them.

What size is a Brussels Griffon?

Small, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

How long do Brussels Griffons live?

Over 12 years, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

How much exercise does a Brussels Griffon need?

Up to 30 minutes per day, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Ask the rescue how much exercise this dog is used to. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

How much grooming does a Brussels Griffon need?

More than once a week, according to The Royal Kennel Club. Coat: medium. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

Do Brussels Griffons shed?

Yes: The Royal Kennel Club lists the Griffon Bruxellois as a breed that sheds. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

What health problems do Brussels Griffons have?

The Royal Kennel Club lists breeder health tests for inherited eye conditions and brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS). A rescue dog's parents may not have been health tested, so ask the rescue what vet checks the dog has had. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

What health tests are there for the Brussels Griffon?

Inherited eye conditions: The Royal Kennel Club asks Griffon Bruxellois breeders to have their dogs eye tested under the BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Scheme before breeding. Brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS): In August 2026 The Royal Kennel Club recognised a breathing test for the Griffon Bruxellois under the KC Respiratory Function Grading scheme, and says it will be added to its Health Standard from January 2027. Ask the rescue whether it knows of any test results for the dog or its parents. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Griffon Bruxellois.

Is the Brussels Griffon on The Royal Kennel Club's Breed Watch?

Yes. The Royal Kennel Club puts the Griffon Bruxellois in Breed Watch Category 2 and asks show judges to look out for: incorrect hind conformation and/or poor rear movement. Source: The Royal Kennel Club: Breed Watch, Griffon Bruxellois.

How much does it cost to adopt a Brussels Griffon in the UK?

Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, Dogs Trust charges £300 for a puppy or adult dog in England, Wales and Scotland, and Blue Cross fees start from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over and £335 for dogs aged 1 to 7. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Are there Brussels Griffon puppies for sale in the UK?

No. We don't list animals for sale. Every Brussels Griffon on this page is with a rescue or rehoming centre. Rescues rehome animals rather than selling them, usually for an adoption fee: for example, Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months and £275 for a puppy under six months, and Dogs Trust £300. The fee usually goes towards vet work already done, such as neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations. If you searched "brussels griffon puppies for sale", the Brussels Griffons here are the rescue route: you apply to the rescue and pay its adoption fee, not a sale price.

Where can I buy a Brussels Griffon, and should I?

Not here: we only list dogs with rescues, so every Brussels Griffon on this page is adopted for the rescue's fee, which usually covers vet work already done. Whether to buy is your choice. Adopting means the rescue can tell you what it knows about the dog's history and health before you apply. If you decide to buy, Dogs Trust's breed guides suggest talking to your vet first: they say some practices offer pre-purchase consultations on likely health conditions and rough costs.

Can I get a free Brussels Griffon to a good home in the UK, or one under £500?

Usually not. UK rescues normally ask for an adoption fee, which pays towards neutering, microchipping and vaccinations. Many rescue fees are under £500: Battersea charges £230 for a dog over six months, Dogs Trust £300, and Blue Cross from £235 for dogs aged 8 or over. An animal offered "free to a good home" is usually a private advert rather than a rescue. All dogs in the UK must be microchipped by 8 weeks old, and in England, Wales and Scotland a dog can't pass to a new keeper until it is chipped, so ask to see the microchip details.

Are there Brussels Griffon puppies for adoption in the UK?

Not right now: no Brussels Griffons are listed in the UK today, so there are no puppies either. Puppies do get listed, and rescues can tell you much more about an adult's character, so check back.

Is there a Brussels Griffon rescue near me?

This page lists every Brussels Griffon with the rescues we list across the UK, each with its town. For a city, see Brussels Griffons in Belfast, Birmingham, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Brighton and Hove, Bristol, Canterbury, Cardiff, Carlisle, Dumfries and Galloway, Edinburgh, Exeter, Glasgow, Ipswich, Kendal, Kingston upon Hull, Leeds, Lincoln, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Middlesbrough, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northampton, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford, Peterborough, Plymouth, Portsmouth, Preston, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Swansea, Truro and Worcester. You can also search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page to see what is closest to you.

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