Aloof
Dignified
Independent
Clownish
Happy
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Fearless
Good-natured

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Inquisitive
Trainable
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Quiet
Faithful

Rottafs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cocker Griffons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Rottafs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Cocker Griffons as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Rottweiler, Afghan Hound

Brussels Griffon, Cocker Spaniel

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown

Cream
Black
Red

Rottafs have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Cocker Griffons have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Rottaf can have a litter of 8-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cocker Griffon can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Rottafs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Cocker Griffons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Elbow Dysplasia
Panosteitis
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Aortic Stenosis

Hip Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts

X-Rays
Eye examination
Full Body Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel

X-Rays
Urinalysis
Eye Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Blood Tests and Blood Count

Rottafs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Cocker Griffons need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Rottafs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Cocker Griffons have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Rottaf dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Cocker Griffons bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rottaf, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Cocker Griffon, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rottafs usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Cocker Griffons usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Rottaf requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Cocker Griffons require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-95 pound (39 - 43 kg) Rottaf feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 16-25 pound (7 - 11 kg) Cocker Griffon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Rottaf is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Cocker Griffon is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Rottaf is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Cocker Griffon is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Rottaf is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Cocker Griffons make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Rottafs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Cocker Griffons are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Rottafs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Cocker Griffons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Rottafs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Cocker Griffons are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Rottafs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cocker Griffons are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Rottafs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Cocker Griffons are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.