Basset Fauve de Bretagne vs Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Compare Basset Fauve de Bretagne and Portuguese Podengo Pequeno side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Breed type

Purebred

Height

32 – 38 cm

20 – 30 cm

Weight

15 – 15 kg

4 – 6 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 14 years

12 – 16 years

Child friendly

4/5

5/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

3/5

4/5

Grooming needs

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

3/5

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Great with kids

Medium

Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Great with kids

Tiny

Summary

About Basset Fauve de Bretagne

Cheerful, energetic French scent hound with a low, sturdy build and rough golden‑red coat. Friendly and affectionate, good with children and dogs but strong prey drive. Intelligent yet independent; needs patient training, ample exercise, and regular but simple grooming.

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About Portuguese Podengo Pequeno

Smallest of the Portuguese Podengos, the Pequeno is a compact, athletic rabbit hunter with smooth or wire coat. Alert, loyal and affectionate with family, it’s reserved with strangers and a keen watchdog. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, positive training and basic grooming.

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