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GRAND BASSET GRIFFON VENDÉEN

THIS SHORT-LEGGED BREED IS A DEDICATED WORKING HUNTER AKC

Height range This basset-type Griffon Vendéen hound was originally developed
15–17 in (39–44 cm) for hunting hare. Today, it is used for tracking all types of game from
Weight range rabbits to wild boar. Brave and tenacious when on the trail, the short-
40–44 lb (18–20 kg)
legged Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen is adept at working in difficult
Life span 12 years countryside such as dense shrubland.
Origin France Long, pendant ears

White coat
with orange White coat
markings Flat, hard hair with black
Prominent nose with thick and orange
with wide nostrils undercoat markings

PETIT BASSET GRIFFON VENDÉEN

ENERGETIC AND OUTGOING, THIS FAMILY DOG IS CHEERFUL, CONFIDENT, AND CURIOUS AKC

Height range Smallest of the Griffon Vendéen breeds, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen
13–15 in (33–38 cm) is an alert, active, and vigorous hound capable of a long day’s hunting. Short
Weight range legs; a body twice the dog’s height; and a thick, rough coat make this breed
24–42 lb (11–19 kg) Pendant ears
ideal for work in dense, brambly undergrowth. Full of restless energy, like all turned
Life span 12–14 years hounds, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a family dog for people who inward
Origin France enjoy spending time outdoors.

Back straight from
withers to croup

Coat rough, Long
thick, and eyebrows,
coarse beard, and
mustache

White coat
with dark
markings

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