Description

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a scent hound developed to hunt small game over the rough and difficult terrain of the Vendeen region. One of the four rough-coated hound breeds from Vendeen. In French, the Petit Bassett Griffon Vendeen is meaning the smallest Basset Griffon Vendeen. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is bold and vivacious in character, compact, tough and robust in construction. A scent hound he is can hunt small game such as rabbits and feathered game.

Size of Male: Height: 13-15 inches Weight: 30-40 pounds

Size of Female: Height: 13-15 inches Weight: 25-35 pounds

Temperament

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, sometimes called the “Little Griffon Vendeen Basset” is merry, friendly and always very busy exploring. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is very intelligent, but independent. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is bold and lively; compact and robust. He’s a dog that needs ‘people attention’ and will demand it if his owner neglects him. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is basically a pack animal and much of their behavior reflects this heritage. It has a casual appearance, but is always alert. It can be willful, but a charming rascal. Curious and completely confident. The dog must be well-secured, as he is a renowned digger, jumper and escape artist. They are generally good with other dogs, but should not be trusted with non-canine pets. You may have heard that the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are hard to train. This is not true! The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is intelligent and can be trained for many purposes. They also have a great desire to please. The problem for the owner is that the dog is so smart that he often has its own agenda (which may not be the same as the owners!) They are good with children and are fairly friendly with strangers. A bored or lonely Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen will make their own ‘entertainment’. Giving your dog a variety of toys and things to chew on, a safe environment and eliminating the opportunity to be destructive will control this potential problem. The use of a crate not only provides this safety, but it also becomes its own special place.

Living Conditions

Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently exercised. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very active indoors and do well in most climates, but prefer cooler weather. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen should not be allowed to be off lead. The hunting instinct is too strong. All that is needed is one small scent and your hunter will be off on the chase. Having a secure fenced in yard is a very good idea. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen like to dig and can be great escape artists. Watch for small holes and/or signs of interest along the fence line. They would as soon go under as they would to go over.

Upkeep

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is not content to lie around. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen exercise requirements can be easily fulfilled, however, by a good walk on leash or a vigorous romp in the yard. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen can sleep outdoors in temperate climates, given adequate shelter, but it is happiest when dividing its time between house and yard. The coat needs weekly brushing and occasional tidying of straggling hairs. Do ensure that they have enough exercise, which can help to get rid of unwanted behavior as well as keep them healthy.

Health

Major concerns: none

Minor concerns: otitis externa, hip dysplasia

Life expectancy: 11 – 14 years