Gotland Hound
VS
Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Gotland Hound vs Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Compare Gotland Hound and Grand 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
Gotland Hound
Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
44 – 56 cm
39 – 44 cm
Weight
18 – 22 kg
16 – 20 kg
Life expectancy
15 – 19 years
11 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
4/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
4/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Gotland Hound
Great with kids
High energy
Easy to train
Medium
Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Great with kids
High energy
Low grooming
Medium
Summary
About Gotland Hound
The Gotland Hound is a rare Swedish scenthound from Gotland, medium‑sized, athletic and enduring. Bred to hunt hare and fox, it has a loud, carrying voice, independent working style, and strong hunting instinct. Loyal and affectionate with its family, it is calm indoors if well exercised.
About Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Medium, rustic French scent hound with rough, weatherproof coat and long ears. Cheerful, sociable and affectionate, but independent and strong‑nosed, needing secure fencing, good recall and plenty of exercise. Coat needs regular brushing; ears and weight require routine care.
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