Active
Loyal
Protective
Cheerful
Playful

Active
Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Inquisitive
Attentive
Trainable
Selfish
Watchful
Companionable
Extroverted

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

Avoid Brusselranians as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Russia

United States

English Toy Terrier, Toy Spaniel

Pomeranian, Brussels Griffon

Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Foundation Stock Service
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

20th Century

​Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Blue
Brown
Red
Sable

Black
Gray
Red
Brown

Russian Toys have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Brusselranians are known for their coat length.

Straight

Wiry

A Russian Toy can have a litter of 11-13 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 Brusselranian can have a litter of 1-3 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.

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

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

Russian Toys are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Brusselranian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation

Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Heart Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Entropion
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse
Sick Sinus Syndrome

OFA
Physical Examination
Cardiac Test

Blood Test
Hip X-Rays
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations

Russian Toys thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Brusselranians are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Russian Toy has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Brusselranian has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Russian Toys are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Brusselranians are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

The Russian Toy is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Russian Toys are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Brusselranians are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Russian Toy, 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 Brusselranian, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Russian Toys 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 Brusselranians 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 Russian Toy has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Brusselranians 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.

Ideally, Russian Toy should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Brusselranian should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-6 pound (1 - 3 kg) Russian Toy feed 0.5 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 3-10 pound (1 - 5 kg) Brusselranian 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 Russian Toy is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Brusselranian is somewhere $1.40 - $1.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Russian Toy is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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 average per month expenses of a Brusselranian 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 Russian Toy is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Russian Toys are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Brusselranians are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

Russian Toys are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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