🐾 Quick History
Originating from Brittany, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne directly descends from the Grand Fauve de Bretagne, a hunting dog that is now extinct. This breed was developed in the 19th century to create a smaller and more versatile dog, capable of tracking and retrieving game in difficult terrain. Valued for its energy and determination, it is still widely used for hunting in France, although it is also an excellent companion dog.
🐕 Breed Portrait
Recognizable by its fawn coat and bright eyes, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a muscular, compact, and agile dog. Its rustic and robust appearance hides a gentle and affectionate character. Despite its short legs, it is fast and enduring.
🔍 In Brief
- Hypoallergenic: No
- Weight: 16-18 kg
- Height: 32-38 cm
- Life Expectancy: 12-14 years
- Physical Activity Needs: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours per day
❤️ Personality & Compatibility
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Protective: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (can be noisy, especially when hunting)
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calm: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
Compatibility:
- With children: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (gentle and patient, loves to play)
- With animals: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (can be dominant, early socialization needed)
- With strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (sociable but can be wary)
- In an apartment: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (possible with long walks)
> Good to know: This dog has a strong personality. Although affectionate, it can sometimes be stubborn. Firm but kind training is essential to make it a balanced companion.
🛠 Hygiene & care
- Maintenance difficulty: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
- Maintenance frequency: ⭐⭐☆☆☆
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 800 to 1000 €
- Average annual cost: 450 to 800 € (veterinarian, food, accessories)
💡 Fun fact: The Basset Fauve de Bretagne is a very expressive dog. It can make you understand what it feels with looks and sometimes hilarious attitudes!
👉 Attention: On walks, it has a very developed hunting instinct and may take off after a scent. A leash or reliable recall is essential.
