🐕 DogsGrand Basset Griffon Vendéen
Canis lupus familiaris
✨ Fun Fact
Grand Basset Griffon Vendéens were bred to hunt larger game like wild boar, while the Petit hunted rabbits.
Medium-sized rough-coated scent hound with longer legs than the Petit. Energetic, determined, and friendly.
🏷️ Breed
Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen
💭 Temperament
Energetic, determined, friendly, alert, sociable
📏 Size
Medium (18-23 kg)
⏳ Lifespan
12-14 years
🎨 Colors
White with orange, lemon, black, or tricolor markings
🌍 Origin
France, Vendée region, 16th century
🏠 Habitat
Domestic — needs regular exercise and space
🍽️ Diet
Quality commercial dog food; appropriate portions
✓ FCI Group
Group 6
✓ FCI Section
Scent Hounds and Related Breeds
✓ FCI Number
33