Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
13 - 15 yearsLife Expectancy
Medium-sized, long-backed, short-legged French scent hound with a rough, shaggy coat, noble head, and cheerful, independent personality bred for hunting hare and rabbit over rough terrain
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level5/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness4/5
- Protectiveness3/5
- Barking4/5
- Drooling2/5
- Good with Children3/5
- Good with Other Dogs4/5
- Good with Strangers5/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming2/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 15.5 - 18 inches |
|---|---|
| Height (Female) | 15.5 - 18 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 40 - 45 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 40 - 45 lbs |
Breed History
Developed in the Vendée region of France centuries ago from selective breeding of larger French scent hounds and the Grand Griffon to hunt small game over rough local terrain. The 'Grand' distinguishes it from the smaller Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen.