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CATALOG OF BREEDS | SCENT HOUNDS

Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen

HEIGHT 15–17in (38–44cm) White and orange
WEIGHT 40–44lb (18–20kg)
LIFE SPAN 12 years

This basset-type Griffon Vendéen hound was originally
developed in France for hunting rabbit. Today it is used for
tracking all types of game, from rabbit to wild White with
black grizzle and
boar. Brave and tenacious when on the orange markings Long, pendant ears
trail, the short-legged Grand Basset
Griffon Vendéen is adept at working
in difficult countryside such as
dense scrub.

Prominent
nose with
wide nostrils

Flat, hard hair
with thick
undercoat

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

HEIGHT 13–15in (33–38cm)
WEIGHT 24–42lb (11–19kg)
LIFE SPAN 12–14 years

Smallest of the Griffon Vendéen breeds of France, the Petit
Basset Griffon Vendéen is an alert, active, and vigorous hound,
capable of a long day’s hunting. Short legs, a body twice the dog’s Pendant ears
turned inward
height, and a thick, rough coat make this breed ideal for work in
dense, brambly undergrowth. Full of restless energy, the Long eyebrows,
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a family dog for beard, and
mustache Rough, thick,
people who enjoy spending time outdoors. coarse coat

White, black
and orange

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