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If your family and children are fond of dogs and are looking for a small, cute, playful, and energetic dog, Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens could be the perfect dog breed for your household! These dogs are very sensitive and all they seek apart from food is attention and affection from their owners and other doggy friends. This breed can easily make friends with other dogs and human beings thanks to its friendly and happy nature.
Another joy of having this dog as a pet is that it eats everything, from cottage cheese to fruits and vegetables, as well as the recommended puppy or dog food. This dog requires average amounts of grooming and rarely sheds, making it a relatively clean and easy-to-take-care-of dog. This dog also has very long ears with long eyebrows and a mustache which makes it look incredibly cute!
If you are looking for a pet who might protect you this is not the dog for you, but if you want a small, cute, friendly, and happy dog, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is the perfect dog that meets these requirements. Here are some interesting facts about the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen that everyone will enjoy. If you do like these facts then you can also read about the Boerboel and the Swedish Vallhund here on Kidadl.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a non-aggressive and kid-friendly dog that is generally found in France. It has a tousled appearance because of its wiry coat fur.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens belong to the class of mammals.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen (PGBV) is a rare dog species mostly found in France. The number of PBGV dogs present across the globe is not currently known but it is estimated that the total number is not very high.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a small dog found in France, particularly in the harsh terrain of the Vendéen region of France. They can live in houses or apartments if they are fed properly and regularly and made to exercise daily.
The natural habitat of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is the harsh terrain of Vendéen in France but now these dogs are found in homes and apartments with people. They are considered to be amazing pets, but if someone wants to keep a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen, they must take care of his nutrition very seriously and make sure that he exercises regularly. Their harsh and rough coat helps them to stay warm in cold weather too.
Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens were historically found in groups. They are amazing pets and are very calm and friendly with kids and people of all ages. They are very patient and can become friends with other breed dogs with ease. Their non-aggressive and friendly nature makes them the perfect pet for any home.
The average life expectancy of the breed is expected between 11 to 14 years. This depends on various factors like habitat, nutrition, and the various health conditions the breed is prone to.
Being mammals, Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen dogs reproduce sexually when a male mates with a female. This results in the female becoming pregnant and she has to carry the baby dog inside her womb for several months until the puppy is completely formed and is ready to see the world.
This low-to-the-ground mammal is officially Not Listed by the IUCN. However, numbers of the breed are low and, as of now, the PBGV dog is said to be rare and somewhat endangered as a breed by dog breeding experts.
The PBGV has a rough coat that is medium in length and is very harsh to touch, but they also have a soft, thick, and short undercoat. The PBGV has a very messy and casual appearance. They are found in a variety of colors and can be white with a combination of orange, lemon, black, or sable markings. Their ears are long and so are their eyebrows and mustache, which makes them cute in a very unique way.
* Please note that this is an image of a Basset Hound, not a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. If you have an image of a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen please let us know at [email protected]
This dog breed is very happy and friendly with people and other dogs. They are small in size with big ears and a very cute face, soft fur, and long eyebrows which make them really cute pets to look at and play with. Their bark as puppies is adorable and on the whole, they are very calm and playful dogs who don't bark unless they see a stranger or hear the bell ring. The big mustache that this breed has is super cute, it is perhaps the cutest trait of this breed from the Vendéen area of France.
Dogs and puppies of any breed communicate with each other and with human beings via a lot of methods. Methods include barking, growls, howls, whimpers, screams, sighs, and pants. Humans can communicate with dogs with actions, movements, expressions, and sounds.
The average length of a dog of this breed is 26-35 in (66-89 cm) and they can grow up to 13-15 in (34-38 cm) in height. These are generally small dogs who don't grow much in terms of height and length, and their weight is around 33-44 lb (15-20 kg). The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is 10 times heavier than a Chihuahua but when compared to dogs like the Golden Retriever, they may look like tiny puppies!
This small puppy is very active and can run at a decent pace while playing. Adults of this breed are said to be very agile and spontaneous as they love to hunt for rabbits which is not an easy task at all, hunting a rabbit requires speed, stamina, and agility. They are expected to run approximately at a speed of 18mph (30 kmph).
The average weight of a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is between 33-44 lb (15-20 kg). Their weight is more or less based on the habitat that each individual dog is used to and the type of food it is being provided with.
The scientific name for the PBGV is Canis lupus familiarise but there are no specific scientific names for male and females of the breed.
A baby Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is known as a puppy Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is known for hunting rabbits and small game birds. They love to eat meat, and these dogs are normally fed with puppy food or dog food from recognized brands that are recommended by their vet. These PBGV dogs can also eat different vegetables and a variety of fruits. While feeding a PBGV, his nutrition must be the first priority as this hound can be prone to a lot of diseases and conditions if his nutritional needs are not taken care of.
Yes, Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens do slobber sometimes, but not excessively. If you are disgusted by slobbery dogs, you may love to own a Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen. They certainly slobber less than a Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen does! The shedding level of a PBGV dog is also moderate, meaning that they hardly shed.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is a great dog to have as a pet. Being friendly in nature and very playful, this happy dog breed is very joyful and can remain calm with children and people of all ages. The dog sheds moderately which makes it a clean dog and a relatively easy pet to take care of. The PGVB breed has a hunting instinct that can be difficult to control but means that it will protect children and other family members from strangers and unwanted guests. The rough coat on the body of a PBGV makes it a strong dog who, when taken care of properly, is unlikely to suffer from lots of health issues. The only drawback in the PBGV breed is that their strong hunting instinct means that they can't always be trusted off the leash and strict training is required. Despite this, the beautiful PBGV is capable of becoming an ideal and happy pet for many families! Why not join the Petite Basset Griffon Vendéen club and look into adopting one today?
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen requires average amounts of grooming and either sheds moderately or does not shed at all. They are very high in affection levels and are a very happy breed of dogs. They also have a low biting potential which makes them the perfect friend of children as they are very sensitive and attentive dogs. They are certainly more of a happy family dog than an aggressive, protective dog.
The breed is always seeking attention and loves affection from its family and friends. The PBGV is a very fun dog and will never let you get bored. They love the company of human beings and enjoy playing with them so if they are left alone at home for extended periods of time they can get tired of being alone very quickly. Where possible, you should keep your PBGV around people and shower him or her with lots of attention.
The Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen is known for its patience and calmness. These Petit Basset Griffon Vendéens do not bark very often and they are known to be very calm and can make friends easily with other dogs and humans. They might bark continuously if they see something strange or unusual, or if a bell rings. They might even bark at strangers who they are not familiar with. Despite this, they are very friendly dogs, who don't bark a lot.
Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly animal facts for everyone to discover! Learn more about some other mammals including the Golden dox, or the Yorkipoo.
You can even occupy yourself at home by drawing one on our petit basset griffon vendeen coloring pages.
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At Kidadl we pride ourselves on offering families original ideas to make the most of time spent together at home or out and about, wherever you are in the world. We strive to recommend the very best things that are suggested by our community and are things we would do ourselves - our aim is to be the trusted friend to parents.
We try our very best, but cannot guarantee perfection. We will always aim to give you accurate information at the date of publication - however, information does change, so it’s important you do your own research, double-check and make the decision that is right for your family.
Kidadl provides inspiration to entertain and educate your children. We recognise that not all activities and ideas are appropriate and suitable for all children and families or in all circumstances. Our recommended activities are based on age but these are a guide. We recommend that these ideas are used as inspiration, that ideas are undertaken with appropriate adult supervision, and that each adult uses their own discretion and knowledge of their children to consider the safety and suitability.
Kidadl cannot accept liability for the execution of these ideas, and parental supervision is advised at all times, as safety is paramount. Anyone using the information provided by Kidadl does so at their own risk and we can not accept liability if things go wrong.
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