Overview

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen have been dated back to 16th century France. They were initially tracking dogs, and even now they are still used as successful hunting hounds. They have a nose built to track, and they can pick up scents easily. This makes this breed of dogs a favorite among hunters.

Activity

Petite Basset Griffon Vendéen dog breed is an extremely energetic dog type. They need a load of exercise, even more so outdoors. They can be indoor pets as well, but will crave constant attention and playing. They are scent hounds and sneaky little escape artists, so keep a close watch when you have them outdoors.

Care

The Petite Basset Griffon Vendéen requires a weekly regular brushing, as their coat is prone to shed a bit much. Also be sure to clean out their teeth and ears, as well as taking precautions against hypothyroidism, aseptic meningitis, and food and skin allergies, as these can be more common in this breed of dog.

Character

The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a friendly type of dog, so one give away will be them surrounding themselves with attention and company, be it dog or human. They get along well with most species, only because they need the interaction. They are diminutive with somewhat long and shaggy fur and have a nose for adventure.

Coat

The coat of the Petite Basset Griffon Vendéen is a double coat. The upper layer is thick, unkempt, and wiry. The lower layer is a bit softer and provides the dog with warm. The colors on the coat are normally a combination of white and tan, orange, yellow, or a mix of them.

Temperament

Above all else, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is incredibly energetic and love to play around. They want your constant attention and strive for it on a daily basis, and if it is not given to them within a certain time period, they will decide to take their loneliness out on something, like your furniture.

Training

The Petite Basset Griffon Vendéen pup is easy to train when taught early on that you are the one in charge. You need to be a fair trainer and reward your dog for every trick he succeeds at. They will need to be told repeatedly, but with consistency and patience, your dog will learn.