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Rescue a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
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Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
(Small Vendeen Basset) (Petit Basset
griffon vendéen) (PBGV)
Humphrey the PBGV(Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen) relaxing in the grass.
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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, low to the ground dog and is about 50% longer than it is tall. The topline is level. The head is in good proportion with the rest of the body. The domed skull is oval in shape when viewed from the side. The stop is clearly defined. The black nose is large with wide nostrils. The teeth meet in a scissors or level bite. The oval eyes are large and dark. The thin, long, oval, hair-covered
ears reach almost to the tip of the nose. The tail is medium in length, set high and carried like a saber well covered with hair. Dewclaws are sometimes removed. The long, outer coat is harsh to the touch with a thick short undercoat. The dog has shaggy eyebrows,
beard and mustache. The coat is white with any combination of lemon, orange, black, sable, tricolor or grizzle markings. |
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Temperament |
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is sometimes called
the "Little Griffon Vendeen Basset." Cheerful, friendly, intelligent this little dog is comical to watch. This delightful bugger is curious and self-assured. Bold and lively; compact and
robust, they love to explore. He's a dog that needs firm leadership and will become demanding and willful if his owner
does not provide it. The PBGV is basically a pack animal and much of his behavior
reflects this heritage. It has a casual appearance, but is always alert. Loves to dig and is an escape artist. They
are generally good with other dogs, but should not be trusted with non-canine
pets, however can get alolng with cats. The
PBGV is intelligent and can be trained for many purposes. He also has a great
desire to please. The problem arises when the owners are not as strong minded as the dog and the dog believes he is the leader of the home needing to come up with 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 daily long pack walks, proper human to canine communication, along with 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. A PBGV who is provided with the proper amount of mental and physical exercise along with strong leadership from the humans will be less likely to get himself in trouble. |
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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 prefer
cooler weather, but will do ok in warmer 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. While out on the walk the dog must be made to heel beside or behind the person holding the lead, as in a dog's mind the leader leads the way, and that leader needs to be the human. If under- exercised, this breed
can become restless and destructive. |
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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 Griffon Vendeen was bred down in size from the larger Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen. Up until 1975 the two breeds were cross bred. For that reason to this day puppies of both sizes are sometimes born in a single litter. It is one of the many small varieties of French hounds and can be traced to the 16th century. The dog originates in France in the region of Vendéen and was used to hunt rabbit and hare. The name translates to the following; Petit (small), Basset (low), Griffon (wire-haired) , Vendeen (French region). The breed has the now extinct white Bloodhound, and the white & tan Italian hound in it's blood. Very popular in France, the Petit Basset
Griffon Vendeen is rare in the USA. The Petit Basset
Griffon Vendeen Club of America was formed in 1984. The breed was recognized by the AKC in 1991. |
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Hound, AKC Hound |
| Recognition |
FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, PBGVCA, APRI,
ACR, DRA, NAPR |
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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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
NAPR = North American Purebred Registry, Inc. |
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Humphrey the PBGV(Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen) enjoying a good run.
Humphrey the PBGV(Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen).
"Humphrey, the PBGV at 7 years old. Elbow dysplasia doesn't slow him down at all."
Photo Courtesy of Strathmore Kennels.
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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