Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen vs German Spitz – Kleinspitz

Compare Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen and German Spitz – Kleinspitz 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

Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen

German Spitz – Kleinspitz

Breed type

Purebred

Height

39 – 44 cm

23 – 29 cm

Weight

16 – 20 kg

5 – 8 kg

Life expectancy

11 – 15 years

14 – 18 years

Child friendly

5/5

Energy level

5/5

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

Health

4/5

Grooming needs

2/5

4/5

Shedding

2/5

4/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

2/5

3/5

Characteristics

Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen

Great with kids

High energy

Low grooming

Medium

German Spitz – Kleinspitz

Great with kids

Small

Summary

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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About German Spitz – Kleinspitz

The German Spitz – Kleinspitz is a small, squarely built, fox‑faced companion with a dense double coat and curled tail. Alert, lively and strongly bonded to its people, it adapts well to city or country life, needs regular grooming, exercise and training, and can be vocal and watchful.

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