Basset Hound vs Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Compare Basset Hound and Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen 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 Hound

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Breed type

Purebred

Height

33 – 38 cm

34 – 38 cm

Weight

20 – 34 kg

15 – 20 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 12 years

12 – 14 years

Child friendly

5/5

4/5

Energy level

2/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

3/5

2/5

Shedding

2/5

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

3/5

Characteristics

Basset Hound

Great with kids

Large

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Great with kids

Low grooming

Medium

Summary

About Basset Hound

The Basset Hound is a heavy-boned, low scenthound with an exceptional nose, calm nature, and affectionate, sociable temperament. Independent and sometimes stubborn, it needs gentle, reward-based training, moderate daily exercise, secure fencing, and regular ear and skin care.

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About Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen: small, sturdy French scent hound with a rough, tousled coat and shaggy eyebrows and beard. Cheerful, social and comical yet independent, vocal and strong‑willed. Needs plenty of exercise, patient positive training and secure fencing due to strong hunting drive.

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