Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Origin: France

Dog Breed Group: Hunting Dog

Life Span: 14-16 years

Weight: Male: 12-20, Female: 11-18

Height: Male: 13-15, Female: 13-14

Origin of Name: The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen or PBGV, is a breed of dog of the scent hound type.

Size

Temperament

Shedding

Drooling

Monthly keeping cost

Medium

Zero

High

Negligible

Hair Everywhere

Zero

Excess

Premium*	Standard*

About Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen

Life Span*14-16 years
Getting a puppy homeExpensive
Popularity

Star Super star
Availability

Rare Easy to get

Introduction

A loose translation of the name describes the dog well: petit (small), basset (low), griffon (rough-coated), Vanden (from the Vendée region of France). Put it all together and you have a small hound, 13 to 15 from the shoulder, but short and strong legs and a thick fickle coat, bred to hunt rabbits on the rugged west coast of France . Other distinguishing features of these small extinctions are a proud head, a saber tail, and a loud, hound bark.

History

Cindy is not a Wendy area for dogs. Between the reefs and the dense underbrush of coastal France there seems to be a hard, tough, headstrong hound to live as a predator. PBGV's rough coat was purposefully designed to protect against this harsh environment. Even rakib eyebrows, beards and mustaches that give the breed a large measure of its Old World charm are not strictly for cuteness: they protect sensitive areas of the face from thorns and thickening.

Along with 27 other hound breeds, the Petit Basset Griffon Vanden (PBGV) is still banned in France for its original purpose: hunting game by smell. Variation in size within each breed was developed to hunt different prey. The larger Grand Basset Griffon Vanden was used to pursue rosaries and wolves, while smaller PBGVs hunted hares and rabbits.

In the early 20th century, Paul Dijami, president of the newly formed Club du Basset Griffen Vandenay, set a standard for the breed. However, this initial standard included both Grand and Petit as they both came from the same litter at the same time. The 1909 standard for ""Basset Griffon Vanden"" finally recognized two different sizes: one 13-15 and one 15-17 . It was not until 1950 that the PBGV attained its standard and was regarded as a separate breed, although interbreeding between sizes was acceptable until 1975, when the club's third president, Hubert Dezami, abolished it.

General Appearance

Petit Basset Griffon Vanden is a French aromatic hound, first developed for hunting small game in the rough and difficult terrain of the Vanden area. In order to function efficiently, he must be equipped with certain characteristics. He is bold and vibrant in character; Compact, hard and strong in construction. He has a cautious approach, lively bearing and a good voice used freely and purposefully.

Pros - Cons

Pros

This breed is commonly healthy, they are apartment friendly and are low droolers

Cons

This breed is prone to allergies, are not very bright and are difficult to train

Breeding

The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch's discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time'

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Grooming

The coat of PBGV is one of its most distinguishing qualities, but can be a source of frustration for those unaccustomed to dealing with it. It should be stiff and thick - some prefer it with goat hair. Your PBGV should have complete brushing at least weekly. After brushing, you should be able to run the comb through the coat easily. Trimming should be kept to a minimum. PBGV's dry presence is part of their charm. Most people follow a bathing / grooming routine on a monthly basis, which includes a nice, full bath and a nail trim. The ears should be checked weekly, and any excess wax and debris should be removed to avoid infection.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Training

PBGVs have a reputation for being difficult to train. In fact, they are very intelligent, but have their own brains. Socialization and obedience training should begin early and will teach PBGVs to be a good partner and canine citizens. The trainer should stay one step ahead in entertaining his dog and is interested in what he is trying to teach. It is not that PBGV is not eager to please; He is. However, their agenda may be slightly different from yours. And it will look infinitely more interesting.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Nutrition

The PBGV is a very active, inquisitive dog that is in great need of exercise. He must have plenty of space to roam and explore. The PBGV has an extraordinary sense of smell and often urges interested scents to follow it, so it should always be done on a leash when out of his yard, as he follows his nose and ignores everything else Will tend to do. He makes a good companion for the hiker, runner or biker, who enjoys active participation on the jaunt.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Exercise

PBGV should perform well on high quality dog food, whether it is commercially manufactured or prepared with the supervision and approval of your veterinarian. Any diet should be appropriate for the age of the dog (puppy, adult or senior). Some PBGVs are overweight, so watch your dog's calorie consumption and weight level. Treatment training can be an important aid, but giving too much can lead to obesity. Know which human foods are safe for dogs, and which are not. If you have any concerns about your dog's weight or diet, check with your vet. Clean, fresh water must be available at all times.

Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen Health

PBGV is a healthy breed overall, although there are some conditions that occasionally occur in a breed such as epilepsy and primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG). Fortunately, a genetic test is available for POAG. Be sure to talk to your dog breeder about the dog's POAG status as well as all possible health risks. It is important to buy only one puppy from a reputable and dedicated breeder who performs genetic health testing. On all their breeding stock.

Recommended health tests from the National Breed Club:

Ophthalmologist evaluation
POAG DNA test