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Group: | Hound |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 13-15 inches |
Female: 13-15 inches | |
Weight: | Male: 30-40 lbs |
Female: 30-40 lbs |
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Facts
Coat : | Outer coat is rough and dense. Undercoat is short and thick |
Gait : | Free and straight |
Color(s) : | White with any combination of lemon, orange, black, sable |
Living Area : | Any |
Hair Length: | Long |
Exercise Need : | Daily long walk |
Recognized By : |
(FCI) F�d�ration Cynologique Internationale (AKC) American Kennel Club (KCGB) Kennel Club of Great Britain (CKC) Canadian Kennel Club (ANKC) Australian National Kennel Council (NKC) National Kennel Club (NZKC) New Zealand Kennel Club (APRI) America Pet Registry, Inc. (ACR) American Canine Registry (DRA) Dog Registry of America |
Date of Origin : | 16th Century |
Place of Origin : | France |
Todays Use : | Companion Dog |
Originally Used : | Hare/Rabbit hunter |
Other Name : | PBGV |
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Information
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Description:The origin of the Petit Bassett Griffon Vendeen (PBGV) dates back to the 16th century. The breed first originated in France in the region of Vendeen, and thus, its name. In French its name means: Petit – small, Basset– low to the ground, and Griffon– rough or wire coated. It was crossbred with the Great Bassett Griffon Vendeen to create a breed of manageable size. It was primarily used for hunting hares and rabbits. This dog is largely popular in France, its country of origin. The breed was first recognized by the AKC in 1990. |
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Care & Grooming:The PBGV sheds little hair. The long and dense coat of the dog needs regular grooming. The coat needs to be brushed 4-5 times a week and also a professional grooming once or twice in a year to maintain a healthy looking coat. It should be bathed only when necessary and must be dried properly after each bath. The eyes and ears of the dog should be cleaned properly. Its nail and the hair around the eyes, ears and paws should be trimmed regularly. Its beard should be cleaned daily to remove any food remains. Its low set hanging ears tend to accumulate dirt so special care should be taken of it. |
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Health Problems:The Petit Bassett Griffon Vendeen is prone to certain health issues like Epilepsy, Hypothyroidism, Skin allergies, hip and elbow Dysplasia, Patellar luxation etc. |
Group: | Hound |
Size: | Medium |
Life Span: | 12-14 years |
Height: | Male: 13-15 inches Female: 13-15 inches |
Weight: | Male:30-40 lbs Female: 30-40 lbs |
Color: | White with any combination of lemon, orang... |
Description: | The origin of the Petit Bassett Griffon Vendeen (PBGV) dates back to the 16t..... |