The Griffon Bruxellois or Brussels Griffon is a breed of toy dog named for their city of origin: Brussels Belgium. The Griffon Bruxellois may refer to three different breeds the Griffon Bruxellois the Griffon Belge and the Petit Brabançon. Identical in standard except for coat and colour differences in some standards they are considered varieties of the same breed much like Belgian Sheepdogs.