canis familiaris,
domestic dog,
dog a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds; "the dog barked all night"
griffon -
breed of medium-sized long-headed dogs with downy undercoat and harsh wiry outer coat; originated in Holland but largely developed in France
griffon -
A breed of dog usually called the Brussels Griffon, reminiscent of the legendary creature.
Wikipedia
Griffon is a type of dog, a collection of breeds of originally hunting dogs. There are three recognized lines of the griffon type, the griffon vendéens, the wirehaired pointers, and the smousje (Belgian companion dogs or Dutch Smoushond). The griffon type is characterized by rough- or wire-hair.
