The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a breed of dog that has long been confused with the Grand Griffon Basset Vendéen. It is thanks to the efforts of Mr. Abel Dezamy that the distinction between the two breeds has been clearly established. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is renowned for its hunting skills, notably winning the first Coupe de France for rabbit, which attests to its exceptional qualities in this field.
✨ Breed Characteristics
- Origin: France (Vendée)
- Type: Hunting dog, small companion dog
- Hypoallergenic? No
📊 Quick Facts
- Weight:
- Male: 14-18 kg
- Female: 14-18 kg
- Height:
- Male: 34-38 cm
- Female: 34-38 cm
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Exercise needs: 2 hours per day
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Suitable if activity is sufficient, but prefers a large garden)
🧠 Personality (out of 5 stars)
- Intelligent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Affectionate: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Protective: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Playful: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Vocalizations: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Obedient: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
- Hunter: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calm: ⭐☆☆☆☆
- Athletic: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
- Independent: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
🐾 Compatibility with
- Children: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Good with children, but can be energetic)
- Other animals: ⭐☆☆☆☆ (May not get along well with other animals, especially those it considers prey)
- Strangers: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Fairly sociable, but a bit reserved with strangers)
- Apartment living: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Suitable for apartment living with sufficient activity, but prefers open spaces)
🧼 Maintenance & care
- Ease of maintenance: ⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (Regular brushing needed to avoid knots and tangles)
- Maintenance cost: ⭐⭐☆☆☆ (Relatively low cost, as frequent professional grooming is not needed)
- Care frequency:
- Brushing: Once a week
- Bath: Every 2-3 months
- Ear hygiene: Must be cleaned regularly to prevent infections
💰 Budget
- Purchase price: 500-700 €
- Average annual cost (veterinary, accessories, food): 300-500 €
🏡 Important note
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a dynamic and cheerful hunting dog, with a lively personality. Although it can adapt to urban life, it needs regular physical activity and prefers a large fenced garden to expend energy. This breed is ideal for active families, but it requires special attention to its maintenance, particularly regarding its dense coat and ears.
