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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Puppies for Sale
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
(Small Vendeen Basset) (Petit Basset
griffon vendéen)
Photo Courtesy of Strathmore Kennels
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Pronunciation |
Peh-TEET
BAS-et Griff-ON Ven-Dee-en |
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Description |
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small,
rustic dog with an unkempt, natural- looking, harsh, wiry coat, shaggy eyebrows,
beard and mustache. The PBGV has a double coat. The inner coat is for warmth and
is soft. The rough single coat protects the dog when hunting in thick
underbrush. It comes in white with markings in any of the following colors:
black, orange, yellow, tri-color and grizzle. The well-proportioned Petit is
about 50% longer than tall. The tail tapers and is carried high and alert. Its
eyes are large and dark, with an intelligent expression. It has
muscular thighs and well-boned front legs. The thin, long, oval, hair-covered
ears reach almost to the tip of the large-nostrilled nose. The back is level
with a slight arch over the loin. |
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Temperament |
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, sometimes called
the "Little Griffon Vendeen Basset" is merry, friendly and always very
busy exploring. Very intelligent, but independent. Bold and lively; compact and
robust. He's a dog that needs 'people attention' and will demand it if his owner
neglects him. The PBGV is basically a pack animal and much of his behavior
reflects this heritage.It has a casual appearance, but is always alert. It can
be willful, but a charming rascal. Curious and completely confident. The dog
must be well-secured, as he is a renowned digger, jumper and escape artist. They
are generally good with other dogs, but should not be trusted with non-canine
pets. You may have heard that PBGV's are hard to train. This is not true! The
PBGV is intelligent and can be trained for many purposes. He also has a great
desire to please. The problem for the owner is that the dog is so smart that he
often has his own agenda (which may not be the same as the owners!) They are
good with children and are fairly friendly with strangers. A bored or lonely
PBGV will make his own 'entertainment'. Giving your dog a variety of toys and
things to chew on, a safe environment and eliminating the opportunity to be
destructive will control this potential problem. The use of a crate not only
provides this safety, but it also becomes his own special place. |
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Height, Weight |
Height: 13-15 inches (34-38cm.)
Weight: 31-40 pounds (14-18cm.) |
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Health Problems |
The PBGV is generally a healthy and carefree breed.
Hereditary eye abnormalities include persistent pupillary membranes and retinal
folds, neither of which commonly affect vision. There have been a few cases of
glaucoma recently reported, a condition which usually results in blindness. Some
juvenile animals may suffer from an aseptic meningitis characterized by
lethargy, fever and neck or back pain. This syndrome, known as PBGV pain
syndrome, varies in severity among affected animals and in rare instances can be
fatal. Seizure disorders and epilepsy are infrequently reported within the
breed, as are hip dysplasia, patellar luxation and elbow dysplasia.
Hypothyroidism, food allergies and skin allergies have also been reported. |
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Living Conditions |
Will do okay in an apartment if sufficiently
exercised. They are very active indoors and do well in most climates, but prefer
cooler weather. This is one breed that should not be allowed to be off lead. The
hunting instinct is too strong. All that is needed is one small scent and your
hunter will be off on the chase. Having a secure fenced in yard is a very good
idea. The PBGV like to dig and can be great escape artists. Watch for small
holes and/or signs of interest along the fence line. He would as soon go under
as he would to go over. |
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Exercise |
They need to be taken on a
daily walk. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 14 or more years |
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Litter Size |
4 - 6 puppies - Average 5 |
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Grooming |
His coat should be thick, wiry and somewhat casual
looking. A weekly brushing will remove loose and dead hair and help to control
shedding. A pin brush, comb and possibly a mat breaker are the only necessary
tools. Bathe him as needed. Properly groomed, they shed little to no hair. Nails
need to be clipped regularly. Ear canals should be kept free of excess hair and
wax. Teeth should have regular care to keep them clean and free of tarter. Trim
long hair on the bottom of the feet and check between the pads for foreign
material and mats. |
| Origin |
The Petit Basset has its ancient origins in the
Vendee region of France. In 1947 its characteristics were fixed by Abel Desamy,
a French breeder. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a small (Petit), low
(Basset), wire-haired (Griffon), French (from the Vendeen region) scent hound,
used primarily for hunting rabbit. The PBGV was developed from the white St.
Hubert and the white & tan Italian hound. Also the "King's
White" Grand Griffon which is a larger, heavier, and longer Grand
Basset Griffon Vendeen. The two breeds were often bred together in the past, so
even though crossing them has been prohibited since 1975, puppies representing
both types may still arise from a single litter. Though the Petit Basset
Griffon Vendeen has been a very popular hunting dog in France for almost a
century, the breed is relatively new to the United States. The Petit Basset
Griffon Vendeen Club of America was formed in 1984, and the breed entered the
Hound Group of the AKC in 1991. |
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Hound, AKC Hound |
| Recognition |
FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, PBGVCA, APRI,
ACR |
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FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
PBGVCA = Petit
Basset Griffon Vendeen
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
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Basset Griffon Vendeen Shirts!
Chowder, the PBGV at 2 years old. "She is
the sweetest, friendliest dog anyone could ever meet. He's curious and
playful and loves attention."
Photo Courtesy of Strathmore Kennels
Oreo was voted "best personality" in puppy school!
PBGV Trudy (female) at 3 years old, in one of her favorite
places, her owners lap!
Trudy, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen taking
a nap on the couch
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